ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday condemned the failed terrorist attack on the Chinese Consulate in Karachi.
The prime minister has ordered an immediate investigation into the matter to expose the elements behind the nefarious design.
He termed the incident an attack on the Pakistan-China friendship and economic cooperation, adding that such forces cannot spoil the bilateral ties.
He appreciated the security officials over foiling the terror bid, saving the country from a big disaster.
Earlier today, three terrorists carried out an attack near the Chinese Consulate located in Clifton Block 4, Karachi. The bid was foiled after the security officials responded to the attack effectively.
Two of the terrorists were killed in the retaliatory firing, while another blew himself up, leaving two policemen dead.
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The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), a terrorist group, has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Attack on Pak-China Friendship
Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi has termed the foiled terror bid an attack on the exemplary Pakistan-China friendship.
The minister said that it was a coward attack, adding that the Chinese ambassador to Pakistan has expressed satisfaction over the action conducted by Pakistani security officials against the terrorists.
Such elements cannot damage the friendship between both countries, he said, adding that Pakistan and China will defeat such forces together.
Sindh Govt Response
Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has made a telephonic contact to AIG Karachi and directed him to send more force on the spot. The CM has further asked the officials to ensure the safety of the consulate staff.
After the situation was brought under control, the chief minister visited the consulate and held a meeting with the counsel general inside the compound.
Governor Sindh Imran Ismail has also taken notice of the incident and has sought a report from IG Sindh in this regard.
