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The Nation editorially said: "Pakistan
has decided to secure latest Chinese third generation
nuclear technology for building a power plant
to generate more energy to meet its national requirements."
It said negotiations were in an advanced stage
and "once an agreement is reached, Pakistan
would be able to induct this technology within
a two-year time".
Describing China as a unique friend, it said
Beijing has "openly offered every support
to Islamabad in any sector for rapid development".
The editorial noted: "What is also uncommon
is the fact that China not only supplies plants
or defence-related equipment, it also transfers
technology to Pakistan so that it starts its own
production."
Citing the examples of F-17 Thunder fighter aircraft
and frigate warships, it said: "After the
transfer of technology, Pakistan is now manufacturing
them domestically. This has rightly been called
genuine friendship."
It criticised the US while saying: "This
is unlike the United States which would receive
the full payment for F-16s and then refuse to
supply them on flimsy grounds. Not only this,
it would also refuse to return the money in cash
suggesting that Pakistan should instead buy wheat."
(IANS)
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