The Chinese government will stick to its friendly policy toward Pakistan and support the South Asian nation in realizing stability and better development, Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday.

Li was speaking during a meeting with Pakistani military leaders including Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Khalid Shameem Wynne, Chief of Army Staff General Ashfaq Parvez Kayani, Chief of Naval Staff Muhammad Asif Sandila, and Chief of Air Staff Marshal Tahir Rafique Butt.

"The Pakistani military is not only an important force in maintaining security and stability in Pakistan, but also a firm supporter of China-Pakistan friendship," Li said.