Pakistan's largest airport becomes operational, part of the …
3 days ago · 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 ...
Under China's glare, Pakistan launches Balochistan offensive to …
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 Balochi...
Sino-Pakistani Counterterrorism Collaboration Grows
Nov 27, 2024 · China’s involvement could signify an emerging role in assisting Pakistan with its counterterrorism efforts related specifically to Afghanistan. This collaboration aims to restore stability in...
Pakistan, China vow to deepen ties, renew CPEC’s second phase
Jan 11, 2025 · This announcement was made during the fourth round of Pakistan-China Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC), which was held in Beijing on Friday, as reported by Geo News. CPEC, which links Gwadar Port in Pakistan’s Balochistan with China’s Xinjiang province, is a key initiative under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
China vows to enhance counter-terrorism cooperation with Pakistan
Aug 28, 2024 · China pledged support for Pakistan’s anti-terrorism campaign after Baloch insurgents, with a history of opposing Chinese investments in the region, carried out a series of attacks in the...
How China’s Presence in Balochistan Is Intensifying Regionalist ...
Mar 2, 2022 · Balochistan has, historically, been opposed to the hegemonic designs of central government and championed a stronger provincial role within federation. Today’s insurgent tendencies are rooted in...
Message for China in BLA's massive Balochistan attack? Here's …
Aug 28, 2024 · China, which has seen its CPEC interests and citizens working in Pakistan targeted in previous attacks, condemned the violence.
Rising Violence Threatens Chinese-Funded Projects In South 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...
y its gas fields that already supply a third of Pakistan’s energy needs. Despite its rich resources and high levels of investment, however, Balochistan has suffered from chronic neglect, underdevelopment, and lack of political repr.
Entangled ambitions: Chinese investment and Balochistan’s ethno ...
Oct 9, 2024 · Despite vast reserves of gas, coal, copper and gold, Balochistan remains Pakistan’s poorest and most underdeveloped province. This has opened the door for militant groups like the Baloch Liberation Army to stoke unhappiness and target China-Pakistan Economic Corridor projects, says ISAS academic Imran Ahmed.
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