China has issued a strong condemnation following a deadly terrorist attack on a Chinese-led hydropower project in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The assault on March 26 killed five Chinese nationals and one Pakistani citizen, sparking urgent calls for accountability.
What Happened: A convoy linked to the Dasu Hydropower Project—a key China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiative—was targeted by explosives at 1 p.m. local time. The Chinese Foreign Ministry demanded Pakistan "thoroughly investigate… and bring perpetrators to justice," while emphasizing enhanced security for Chinese workers and projects.
Solidarity in Crisis: Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif visited China's embassy to express condolences, vowing that "terrorists' efforts to harm our friendship will fail." President Asif Ali Zardari and other leaders also condemned the attack.
CPEC in Focus: As a flagship $62 billion collaboration, CPEC symbolizes the nations' "iron-clad" partnership. Beijing reiterated its commitment to Pakistan's anti-terror efforts, calling the corridor vital for regional development.
Travel Alert: Chinese citizens in Pakistan have been urged to "strengthen security measures" amid rising risks. Authorities are coordinating closely on safety protocols.
Why It Matters: With over 200,000 Chinese nationals working abroad, security for overseas projects remains a top priority. This attack highlights challenges in balancing global infrastructure ambitions with regional instability.
What Happened: A convoy linked to the Dasu Hydropower Project—a key China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) initiative—was targeted by explosives at 1 p.m. local time. The Chinese Foreign Ministry demanded Pakistan "thoroughly investigate… and bring perpetrators to justice," while emphasizing enhanced security for Chinese workers and projects.
Solidarity in Crisis: Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif visited China's embassy to express condolences, vowing that "terrorists' efforts to harm our friendship will fail." President Asif Ali Zardari and other leaders also condemned the attack.
CPEC in Focus: As a flagship $62 billion collaboration, CPEC symbolizes the nations' "iron-clad" partnership. Beijing reiterated its commitment to Pakistan's anti-terror efforts, calling the corridor vital for regional development.
Travel Alert: Chinese citizens in Pakistan have been urged to "strengthen security measures" amid rising risks. Authorities are coordinating closely on safety protocols.
Why It Matters: With over 200,000 Chinese nationals working abroad, security for overseas projects remains a top priority. This attack highlights challenges in balancing global infrastructure ambitions with regional instability.
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