Six Chinese nationals running businesses in Karachi have withdrawn a harassment complaint against local police after receiving assurances from provincial officials that their concerns would be investigated, according to media reports on Monday.
The men had initially filed the complaint, claiming that their movements were being restricted by police under the pretext of security, which negatively impacted their businesses.
In response, the Sindh provincial government stated that any grievances should be addressed through the Chinese embassy rather than through the courts.
They also assured that the matter would be looked into. The defence attorney for the men, Rehman Mahsud, confirmed that his clients were satisfied with the government's assurances and chose to withdraw the petition.
Under Pakistani law, Chinese nationals must notify police before traveling so that an escort can be arranged. This directive was put in place following the deaths of two Chinese nationals in a bombing in Karachi last year.
The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility for the attack, accusing China of exploiting the province's mineral resources.
China has repeatedly urged Pakistan to enhance security for its workers in the country, as many are involved in projects tied to China's Belt and Road Initiative, which is funding large-scale infrastructure developments in Pakistan.
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