Will not allow CPEC to fall prey to external conspiracy: Sheikh Rashid
Will not allow CPEC to fall prey to external conspiracy: Sheikh Rashid
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Interior Minister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed has reiterated determination that Pakistan will not allow the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project to fall prey to any external conspiracy.
According to state media, the Interior Minister gave the remarks during a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong who called on him at his residence. Issues of mutual interest, including Pak-China bilateral relations, were discussed on the occasion.
The minister said that the ongoing investigation into the Dasu hydropower bus accident came under discussion. The parties agreed to complete the investigation as soon as possible. Sheikh Rashid said that the security of Chinese citizens and Chinese companies operating in Pakistan would be made foolproof.
Rashid said that no force can be an obstacle in the relations between Pakistan and China. During the meeting, the Chinese Ambassador said that many Chinese companies in Pakistan are working on various projects. He also thanked the Interior Ministry for providing facilities to Chinese citizens.
