Why it matters: Balochistan has long been targeted by militant groups who disrupt the lives of migrant workers and jeopardize the province’s potential for major economic development.
The big picture: Rich in mineral reserves, Balochistan attracts significant foreign investment, including projects from China and others like the Gwadar Port. However, ongoing militant activities are a major obstacle to the province’s progress, aiming to destabilize the region and hinder development.
hat they're saying: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi declared, "The beasts who target innocent people do not deserve any concessions," and expressed solidarity with the bereaved families. Balochistan government spokesman Shahid Rind confirmed that an investigation is underway, with initial findings suggesting the explosives were planted on the roadside.
Key points:
- The explosion targeted a pickup truck transporting laborers near a coal mine.
- The victims were primarily workers from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Past seizures have revealed that militants used American-made explosives.
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