Two Chinese Nationals Kidnapped in Balochistan

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Beijing has delivered a message to Islamabad saying it needs to improve and enhance the safety of the Chinese citizens who live in Pakistan.

The message to Pakistan which said “take more effective (safety) measures,” came a day after the two Chinese nationals were kidnapped in Balochistan. They were allegedly kidnapped by Pakistani militants.

The Chinese state run news outlet, Global Times, which said in an article, “Balochistan is in the center of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project.” The article, apparently titled ‘Kidnapping highlights risks along China-Pakistan Economic Corridor,’ which said that the Chinese have often been targeted in Pakistan in spite of the friendly relationship between Pakistan and China.

“The Chinese Government attaches great importance to the safety of the overseas Chinese citizens and condemns the abduction of personnel in any form,” said China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Lu Kang, yesterday.

In spite of the jurisdictional issues, the spokesman made it clear that the Chinese government will also take efforts to rescue its two citizens.

Lu said, “The Chinese government will work with the Pakistani side to make the utmost efforts for the early and safe release of the kidnapped personnel.”

China wants Pakistan to take every necessary measure to rescue its two Chinese nationals.

“We keep close communication with Pakistan, request relevant Pakistani authorities to take every necessary measure to rescue the abducted while ensuring their safety, and take more effective measures to secure the safety of Chinese citizens and organs in Pakistan,” said China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman.

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