Archive · 1 Aug 2025
China's Security Concerns in Pakistan Threaten Strategic Partnership
China is worried about the safety of its people and projects in Pakistan because of attacks by militants.
These attacks have killed and injured Chinese citizens, and the problem has been going on for a while.
The attacks are done by different groups, each with their own reasons, but both groups are hurting China's investments.
Pakistan is trying to fix the problem, but it's not working well.
China might start rethinking its relationship with Pakistan if things don't improve, which could mean less money and fewer projects for Pakistan.
China urged Pakistan to ensure the safety of Chinese nationals and projects due to security concerns.
Since 2021, 20 Chinese nationals have been killed and 34 wounded in militant plots in Pakistan.
Chinese assets are threatened by Baloch insurgents and the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP).
Pakistan's security shortcomings undermine the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
China's waning patience with Pakistan could impact investment and strategic ties.
- Who
- China and Pakistan, with involvement from militant groups such as Baloch insurgents and the TTP.
- What
- China is concerned about the safety of its nationals and projects in Pakistan due to security threats from militants.
- When
- Recent years, with a rise in attacks since 2021.
- Where
- Pakistan, particularly in areas related to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
- Why
- Militant groups target Chinese interests for ideological and economic reasons, threatening the viability of CPEC.
Pakistan's Perspective
China's Perspective
Bilateral Relationship
Pakistan's Perspective
Pakistan is determined to deepen the strategic bilateral relationship with China.
China's Perspective
China expresses growing concern and waning patience regarding Pakistan's security effectiveness.
Security Measures
Pakistan's Perspective
Pakistan is attempting to improve security via measures such as Special Security Divisions, Safe City surveillance and airport and transit security
China's Perspective
These measures are reactive and do not effectively address the core issues to ensure safety for Chinese assets.
- Meeting Date
- July 25
- Chinese Nationals Killed (since 2021)
- 20
- Chinese Nationals Wounded (since 2021)
- 34
- Groups Targeting Chinese Interests
- Baloch insurgents, TTP
- CPEC Focus
- Business-to-business (B2B) cooperation