1 hour ago · China should play a “leading role” in counterterrorism efforts with Pakistan to prevent further attacks on Chinese personnel and projects, particularly in Balochistan province, a think tank ...

Nov 27, 2024 · As part of the operation in Balochistan, Pakistan may adopt a more assertive stance in seeking China’s assistance in exerting pressure on Baloch militant sanctuaries located beyond its...

Nov 21, 2024 · Amid increasing pressure on Chinese President Xi Jinping to safeguard Beijing’s interests and following months of calls from China for improved security, Pakistan on Tuesday announced a "comprehensive military operation" against separatist groups, particularly the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), in the restive southwestern province of ...

Oct 8, 2024 · The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a separatist group fighting for the autonomy of the Balochistan region, views Chinese investments in Pakistan—particularly the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)—as exploitative.

3 days ago · "In May, China transported 10,000 sets of solar lighting equipment to be distributed in Balochistan. Similarly, in June, we handed over the Gwadar the China-Pakistan Friendship Hospital and the ...

Jan 20, 2025 · QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistan’s largest airport, funded and built in the country’s restive southwest by Beijin g, has become operational, officials said Monday. Gwadar airport is in the province of Balochistan, which has for decades been the scene of an insurgency by separatists demanding autonomy or outright independence.. Pakistani Defense Minister, Khawaja Mohammad Asif, and ...

Nov 27, 2024 · Balochistan, an impoverished but energy-rich region, is the site of dozens of Chinese-funded infrastructure, energy, and trade projects. The vast province borders Afghanistan and Iran and is home...

Aug 28, 2024 · The latest wave of violence is only likely to make China even more apprehensive about further investments in Pakistan, particularly in Balochistan. What does this mean for Pakistan? China's reported reluctance to invest in new CPEC schemes has also forced the Pakistani government's hand, with Islamabad approving a reinvigorated national counter ...

Nov 19, 2024 · China and Pakistan have announced their first joint counter-terrorism exercises in five years. The drills, named “Warrior 8”, will take place from late November to mid-December 2024. According to China’s Ministry of Defense, the exercises aim to enhance counter-terrorism measures and boost operational collaboration through joint exercises.

Beijing, China on Tuesday strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in Pakistan’s restive Balochistan province in which 37 people were massacred and said it would continue to back Islamabad’s...