Family members and residents in Turbat, the main city of Balochistan's Kech district, staged a sit-in protest on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) highway following the alleged enforced disappearance of Yawar Habib, son of Habib Baloch, outside the Turbat High Court on June 16, as
He highlighted that China's growing presence in Myanmar mirrors its strategy in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), where Beijing has been expanding its influence under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
The protest, organised by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) Jhalawan region and the families of the missing persons, demanded justice and an end to systematic repression by the state.
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), once heralded as a transformative venture to boost Pakistan's infrastructure and economy, now finds itself mired in escalating economic and security failures, as reported by the Guardian.
Originally scheduled to begin operations on January 1, 2025, the airport, which is a key part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), will now remain closed indefinitely, the Balochistan Post reported.
Families in Turbat, Balochistan, have given authorities a two-day ultimatum to recover six individuals subjected to enforced disappearances in the Aapsar area. At a press conference, relatives shared harrowing accounts of their loved ones' detentions by Pakistani forces and urged authorities
All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partners and ironclad friends, China and Pakistan seem to be drifting away after Beijing's ambassador to Islamabad raised concern over the security of its nationals working on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects.
At the 5th Balochistan International Conference, Rahima Mahmut drew parallels between the struggles of the Baloch and Uyghur peoples, emphasising the detrimental effects of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and calling for solidarity among oppressed nations.
The announcement comes amidst escalating tensions over what activists describe as decades-long oppression akin to colonial rule imposed on Balochistan. The region, known for its rich natural resources, has been a focal point of development initiatives such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corr
The committee's statement began by highlighting decades of oppression faced by Balochistan, likening their plight to that of a typical imperial colony.
The faltering economy of the country and the monetary policies designed by Pakistan, currently render the nation incapable of paying back loans and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) projects launched under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
The statement, made by Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, emphasises India's steadfast position on the issue, asserting that Jammu and Kashmir, along with Ladakh, are integral and inalienable parts of India.