China Donates 2.3 million CNY worth of equipment to National Art Gallery of Pakistan

In July 2007, China donated equipment worth 2.3 million yuan (over $300,000) to the National Art Gallery of Pakistan.

The equipment includes elevators, film projectors, security monitors, tape recorders, computers, printers, fax machines and various books and magazines about China. Chinese Ambassador Luo Zhaohui and Pakistani Cultural Minister G.G. Jamal signed the handing-over certificate on behalf of their respective governments.

The donation was made to express the friendly sentiments of the Chinese government and people to Pakistan in view of the two countries' all-weather friendship. Loan applications and disbursements are still being received and processed as the projects continue to evolve. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are in place to ensure project continuity.