Responding to questions about foreign nationals, Baloch reaffirmed that Chinese nationals are considered valued guests in Pakistan, contributing significantly to the country’s development efforts
By our correspondent
ISLAMABAD: In a resolute statement, the Foreign Office of Pakistan has unequivocally rejected any proposals or advice concerning negotiations with the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP). During her weekly briefing in Islamabad on Thursday, spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch emphasized that Pakistan has no intention of engaging with terror groups that have caused the deaths of numerous civilians and security personnel. “Such recommendations are an affront to the people who have lost their loved ones due to the activities of the TTP,” she stated, highlighting the deep emotional toll inflicted by the group’s violence.
Baloch underscored that the onus of addressing the TTP lies primarily with Afghan authorities, given that the group operates from within Afghanistan. She pointed out that Pakistan has presented concrete evidence to Afghan officials regarding the TTP’s activities, underscoring a call for greater cooperation in combatting terrorism.
In addition to addressing the TTP issue, the spokesperson voiced concerns over India’s extraterritorial and extrajudicial activities, urging the international community to pressure India to cease such actions both within Pakistan and beyond its borders. Baloch’s remarks reflect ongoing tensions and the complex security dynamics in the region. Responding to questions about foreign nationals, Baloch reaffirmed that Chinese nationals are considered valued guests in Pakistan, contributing significantly to the country’s development efforts.
Zahra reiterated the government’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of Chinese individuals, projects, and institutions, a promise that has been communicated to Chinese leadership at the highest levels. This firm stance from Pakistan’s Foreign Office not only reflects the government’s position on terrorism but also underscores its broader geopolitical concerns and commitment to national security. The rejection of dialogue with the TTP signals Pakistan’s determination to combat extremism while also navigating the intricacies of regional diplomacy.
