The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan has vehemently rejected recent allegations made by The Guardian, which falsely attributed comments to a Chinese diplomat. The embassy has labeled the claims as “completely untrue,” asserting that the article lacked credibility and accusing the author of fabricating information without proper consent for an interview, calling it a breach of professional ethics.
A spokesperson for the embassy further stressed China’s unwavering commitment to the development of Gwadar and Balochistan. The embassy highlighted several initiatives that were carried out over the past year to improve the region’s infrastructure and support local communities.
Key initiatives include:
- March: A $100,000 emergency cash assistance for disaster relief in Balochistan.
- May: Delivery of 10,000 solar lighting sets to the province.
- June: Inauguration of the Gwadar China-Pakistan Friendship Hospital and a desalination plant.
- July: A media delegation from Balochistan visited China.
- August: Distribution of 20,000 health kits throughout Balochistan.
- October: Successful completion of the Gwadar International Airport.
- November: Various delegations from Gwadar visited China.
- December: Recognition of outstanding Pakistani staff involved in China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects.
Looking ahead, the embassy revealed plans for new initiatives, including scholarship opportunities for students at Balochistan University, Sardar Bahadur Khan University, and Gwadar University.
The spokesperson reiterated that these accomplishments underscore China’s ongoing dedication to the development of Gwadar and Balochistan, expressing optimism that such initiatives will continue to improve the lives of local residents and foster further practical cooperation.
