Blast Near Karachi Airport Kills Two Chinese Workers

Blast Near Karachi Airport Kills Two Chinese Workers

A powerful explosion near Karachi's Jinnah International Airport claimed the lives of two Chinese workers on Monday. The blast occurred in the airport's immediate vicinity, sending shockwaves through the bustling city and highlighting renewed concerns about the safety of foreign nationals working in Pakistan.

Eyewitnesses reported a loud bang followed by a plume of smoke rising near the airport’s entrance. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the two Chinese workers, reportedly involved in a local infrastructure project, were pronounced dead on arrival at a nearby hospital. Authorities have sealed off the area as investigations into the cause of the explosion are underway.

While no group has claimed responsibility yet, the incident has drawn attention to the ongoing security challenges in the region, especially for foreign workers involved in Chinese-led projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

The Chinese embassy in Pakistan expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their citizens and urged Pakistani authorities to ensure the safety of all Chinese nationals. Karachi police have heightened security across the city and initiated a detailed probe to determine whether the blast was a targeted attack.

As the investigation unfolds, the tragic deaths of these two workers have reignited calls for enhanced protection measures for foreign nationals working in Pakistan, especially in sensitive areas like Karachi.