Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif took to X to express his deep concern over the situation of Pakistani students in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Deeply concerned over the situation of Pakistani students in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. I have directed Pakistan’s Ambassador to provide all necessary help and assistance. My office is also in touch with the Embassy and constantly monitoring the situation.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) May 18, 2024
In the post, he said, “I have directed Pakistan’s Ambassador to provide all necessary help and assistance. My office is also in touch with the Embassy and constantly monitoring the situation.”
Earlier, there were alarming reports that three to four Pakistani students studying in Kyrgyzstan had died as a result of a mob attack. However, Pakistani authorities in Bishkek have now clarified that the Kyrgyz government has confirmed that no Pakistani student died in the recent mob violence against international students.
Kyrgyz government has confirmed that there is no death of Pakistani student in the recent mob violences against international students.
Moreover, Kygyz Ministry of Internal Affairs has also issued press releases stating that the situation is under control.— Pakistan Embassy Kyrgyzstan (@PakinKyrgyzstan) May 18, 2024
According to local media in Kyrgyzstan, a fight broke out between local and foreign students in a hostel in the capital city on May 13. A Pakistani medical student in Bishkek reported to a news channel that the dispute began over the harassment of Egyptian students by Kyrgyz students. The situation escalated into riots after Egyptian students confronted their harassers.
The Pakistani student added that Kyrgyz students then began attacking foreign students, including Pakistanis, across Bishkek. Amidst the violence, students have also voiced complaints about the non-cooperation of the Pakistan embassy.
Note: Families of Pakistani citizens can contact Foreign Office on this number 0519203108 or 0519203094.
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