Chinese company stops hydro-electric power project in Pakistan after the terrorist attack

Pakistan’s energy crisis worsens

On 26th March, in a tragic incident a convoy of Chinese engineers travelling from Islamabad to Dasu was ambushed by the terrorists. Credit-CNN

Islamabad (Pakistan) – Pakistan is grappling with an ongoing energy crisis. However, a recent setback has further exacerbated the situation. Following a terrorist attack targetting Chinese engineers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, China has made the decision to halt work on the Dasu hydropower project. The Harbin Electric International Company Limited, overseeing the project, has issued a stop-work notice due to the precarious security conditions in Pakistan. Despite assurances from the Prime Minister of Pakistan regarding the safety of Chinese engineers, the halt in project work reflects a lack of confidence in the Government’s ability to ensure security. This development has raised concerns in Pakistan, especially considering the project was already experiencing delays as per the contractual agreement.

On 26th March, a tragic incident occurred when a convoy of Chinese engineers travelling from Islamabad to Dasu was ambushed by the terrorists. The attack resulted in the loss of lives, including a Pakistani driver and five Chinese nationals. This devastating event has instilled a sense of fear and insecurity among Chinese employees working in the region. Consequently, the Chinese company has taken the precautionary measure of halting the work on the project. Project manager Yu Hong has confirmed that the attack has had a detrimental effect on project operations and progress.