In a statement issued on Monday, the Chinese embassy in Pakistan stated categorically that China has always supported the construction of the Gwadar Port and the development of Balochistan.
In a response to the article, the Chinese Embassy’s spokesperson stated, “We have noted that the recent article in The Guardian allegedly quoted a Chinese diplomat’s remarks, which are completely untrue.”
The words and rhetoric are not credible, lacking a basic understanding of China’s position, he stated.
An author’s practice of fabricating false information without prior consent for an interview violates professional ethics and breaches basic respect for common understanding, according to a spokesperson.
A number of positive developments have resulted from the joint efforts of our two countries over the past year.
The spokesperson said, “In March last year, we provided US$100,000 in emergency cash assistance for disaster relief work in Balochistan.”
Balochistan received 10,000 sets of solar lighting equipment from China in May.
In June, they handed over the Gwadar China-Pakistan Friendship Hospital and the Gwadar desalination plant.
He said, “In July, we organised a media delegation from Balochistan to visit China, while in August, we distributed 20,000 health kits to Balochistan.”
In October, the newly constructed Gwadar International Airport was successfully completed, and in November, we organised delegations from all walks of life in Gwadar to visit China.
“The embassy will award Chinese Ambassador Scholarships to students at Balochistan University, Sardar Bahadur Khan University, and Gwadar University. This will take place in the near future,” he added.
Gwadar and Balochistan have made tangible progress in recent years due to China’s determination and confidence.
“We sincerely hope that China-Pakistan practical cooperation and livelihood projects can better benefit the local people.”
