US Sanctions on Pakistan Risk Strengthening Ties with China

Politics

1 year ago

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Credited from: SCMP

New US sanctions were imposed on Pakistan regarding its ballistic missile programme, marking the fourth round of sanctions in 14 months.
These sanctions specifically target four Pakistani entities, including the state-owned National Development Complex.
The sanctions are based on allegations that Pakistan is developing missile technologies that could reach targets beyond South Asia, with claims made by a US official.
Pakistan's government has responded by stating the sanctions are unfortunate and biased, asserting that their capabilities are solely defensive.
The geopolitical implications suggest that these actions could push Pakistan closer to China, undermining US influence in the region.

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