A Pakistani astronaut will become the first foreign astronaut to visit China's space station, marking a milestone in bilateral cooperation as China and Pakistan celebrate 75 years of diplomatic ties this year, Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said on Monday.

Speaking at a regular news briefing, Guo said the mission would be the first in China's crewed space program to bring Chinese and foreign astronauts together on a flight.

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"China is ready to work with Pakistan to build on their longstanding friendship, deepen cooperation in space and other areas, and take bilateral relations to new heights," Guo said.