PM Shehbaz Expresses Solidarity With China After Devastating Border Floods

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s condolences and solidarity with China following devastating flash floods and landslides in the mountainous China-Nepal border region, saying Islamabad stands ready to provide all possible support and assistance.

Pakistan Expresses Solidarity With China

In a statement posted on X, the prime minister said that, on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, he extended his deepest condolences to the Chinese leadership and people over the loss of lives and those reported missing following the disaster.

Shehbaz said the human toll had caused profound grief in Pakistan and expressed solidarity with the Chinese people. He also acknowledged the continuing search and relief operations and said Pakistan was prepared to extend assistance to its longstanding partner.

PM Prays for Victims and Missing Persons

The prime minister expressed sympathy with bereaved families and wished for the swift recovery of those injured and the safe return of people still unaccounted for.

Disaster Hits Himalayan Border Region

The disaster struck the Himalayan region along the Nepal-China border, affecting areas of Nepal as well as Tibet. Independent international reporting indicates that a major glacier and rock collapse triggered a destructive surge of water and debris through the mountainous region, causing extensive damage to settlements and infrastructure.

Rescue operations have continued amid difficult terrain and concerns over further flooding.

Rescue Operations Continue

The latest disaster has prompted emergency operations by authorities on both sides of the border and offers of international assistance. The situation remains fluid, with casualty and missing-person figures continuing to be updated as rescuers reach affected areas.