ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday announced landmark arrests in connection with recent attacks on Chinese nationals and pledged unwavering protection for the people of his closest ally.
Dar’s statement was made at a conference titled “China at 75: A Journey of Progress, Transformation and Global Leadership” by the Pakistan-China Institute, and comes amid an increase in incidents targeting Chinese nationals within its borders. , emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to security.
Although he did not provide details, Dahl confirmed that authorities had arrested several suspects believed to be involved in recent incidents.
“Most of the attackers were taken away,” he revealed. “We will do everything possible to protect the lives and property of Chinese nationals in Pakistan. These suspects will be brought to justice through due process and further details will be shared with the Xi Jinping State during President Zardari’s visit to China next month. It will be shared directly with the President.”
China envoy urges Pakistan to take decisive action to protect its people and investments
Earlier this month, a suicide bomb attack claimed by the Balochistan Liberation Army near Karachi’s airport killed two Chinese nationals and injured 10 others.
Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong spoke on the occasion, expressing the Chinese government’s concerns about these threats and urging further action to protect Chinese people and investments.
“The safety of the Chinese people is a top priority for President Xi,” Jiang said, adding that Xi has emphasized this point in numerous meetings with Pakistani leaders.
Dar also addressed domestic security challenges, citing former Pakistani intelligence chief Faiz Hameed, who is currently facing a military court-martial, for past policies that have weakened Pakistan’s security situation. criticized indirectly.
Mr. Dar underlined Pakistan’s determination to fight terrorism and highlighted the government’s recent anti-terrorism operation ‘Azmi Istekham’ as a step towards restoring stability. He pointed out that while Pakistan faces minimal external military threats, “hostile forces” are trying to weaken Pakistan economically.
Mr. Dar stressed that the strategic alliance between China and Pakistan based on CPEC remains strong and Pakistan’s security forces remain committed to safeguarding this partnership as it continues to expand into key economic sectors. He added that there is.
Published at Dawn on October 30, 2024