Asian Mail
Balochistan: Unidentified gunmen attacked a Pakistan coal miner on Friday,police and media said, killing at least 20 and wounding seven in rising violence in the restive region.
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The attack early in the morning in the mineral-rich province of Balochistan that borders Afghanistan and Iran, has left a trail of destruction, making the worst incident in weeks and comes days ahead of the country hosting a summit of the Eurasian group Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. Furthermore, this attack coincides with Islamabad’s engagement with Saudi Arabian delegation exploring mining opportunities in Pakistan, as the country strives to recover from its economic woes.
The timing of this attack raises concerns, given the upcoming summit and the delegation’s visit. The
Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, scheduled for October 15-16 in Pakistan brings together key regional players and this incident may cast a shadow on the proceedings. Meanwhile, Pak’s efforts to revitalise its economy through mining deals with Saudi Arabia face a setback, as the attack highlights the security challenges.
