London: The Republic of Balochistan has issued a strongly worded statement accusing China of enabling Pakistan’s security policies in Balochistan while warning Beijing that its long-term energy security could be at risk if it continues to support Islamabad over regional disputes.
In a statement posted on X on July 1, the group alleged that China was attempting to internationalise India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty by backing Pakistan diplomatically. It claimed that Beijing was using Islamabad to pressure New Delhi while ignoring allegations of human rights abuses and economic exploitation in Balochistan.
The statement accused China of investing heavily in projects linked to the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor despite what it described as opposition from sections of the Baloch population. It further alleged that Beijing had provided Pakistan with military technology, intelligence support and diplomatic protection, claims that China and Pakistan have consistently denied.
Making one of its strongest assertions, the group warned that China should focus on safeguarding its own energy security, claiming that nearly 90% of its oil and energy imports depend on maritime routes linked to the Arabian Sea. It argued that any future shift in control over Balochistan could jeopardise China’s access to the strategic Gwadar Port, a key component of CPEC.
The statement also criticised Pakistan over the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 26 Indian tourists, reiterating that India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty followed the incident. It accused Beijing of shielding Islamabad diplomatically instead of condemning terrorism.
Calling India and the Republic of Balochistan “partners facing common threats,” the group urged New Delhi to expand strategic and diplomatic engagement while appealing to the international community for recognition of what it describes as an independent Baloch state.
The claims made in the statement reflect the position of the Republic of Balochistan and remain disputed. Pakistan maintains that Balochistan is an integral part of the country, while China has repeatedly defended its investments in the region as lawful economic cooperation and rejects allegations of supporting human rights abuses.
