- Pakistan has time and again denied these reports and termed them as fake news.
Karachi (Agencies): According to a reports by Indian media, China has deployed private security personnel in Pakistan’s Sindh province, marking a significant expansion of Beijing’s overseas security footprint. The deployment comes in response to escalating militant attacks targeting Chinese nationals and projects linked to the $60 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
This development raises concerns in India, as the strengthening China-Pakistan military collaboration moves closer to Indian borders.
As per report by indian news outlet “eur asian times”, last month, 60 Chinese security operatives were dispatched to CPEC power projects in Sindh, operating under the Joint Security Companies Framework—an agreement signed by Pakistan. Three Chinese firms—Dewe Security, Frontier Services Group, and Huaxin Zhongshan Security—have been tasked with escorting workers, protecting infrastructure, and conducting surveillance.
Beyond securing economic interests, China’s deepening military cooperation with Pakistan poses strategic challenges for India. Beijing has quietly supported Pakistan’s defense infrastructure, supplying advanced drones, radar technology, and encrypted communication systems—enhancing Pakistan’s surveillance along the Line of Control (LoC).
Additionally, 300 Chinese troops participated in the Warrior-VIII joint drills with Pakistani forces, focusing on counter-terrorism and intelligence-sharing tactics. Indian defense analysts warn that China’s growing military role could eventually lead to official PLA deployments on Pakistani soil, potentially altering the region’s balance of power.
The influx of Chinese security forces has triggered domestic debate, particularly in Balochistan. Pakistan recently allocated Rs 90 billion ($321 million) specifically to safeguard Chinese nationals and CPEC assets,
China’s decision to deploy private security personnel instead of formal military forces signals a cautious yet firm expansion of its footprint. However, should militant attacks persist, Beijing may push for more robust security measures, possibly escalating tensions further.
Pakistan has time and again denied these reports and termed them as fake news.