China expressed shock over a bus explosion in Pakistan that killed 12 people including nine Chinese citizens, and called on the South Asian country to protect projects valued at tens of billions of dollars. Qureshi said an initial probe indicated the explosion was an accident, not a terrorist attack, and pledged to share any outcome with China. “China is shocked by the serious casualties of Chinese personnel in Pakistan today," Wang was cited as saying in the statement. Pakistan attaches great importance to safety and security of Chinese nationals, projects and institutions in Pakistan." Pakistan has recently seen a resurgence in terrorist attacks, complicating Prime Minister Imran Khan‘s efforts to overcome an economic crisis with Chinese help.

Source: Mint July 15, 2021 02:37 UTC