Pakistani police say 5 Chinese nationals and their local driver were killed in a suicide attack
Suicide bombing in northwest Pakistan targets Chinese nationals, killing five workers and their driver.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
A suicide bombing in northwest Pakistan targeted a vehicle carrying Chinese nationals and a Pakistani driver, killing five Chinese workers and their driver. The incident occurred in Shangla district as the group was heading to the Dasu Dam for a hydropower project. While no group claimed responsibility, suspicion points to Baluch separatists. Pakistan’s leaders strongly condemned the attack, with promises of thorough investigations and punishment for those responsible. The attack follows a recent incident where Pakistani forces killed Baluchistan militants targeting Chinese citizens. The victims were part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, a vital project linking the countries. Security has been increased for Chinese nationals working on such projects due to previous attacks.