“Pakistan’s development is behind China, so it will hold better opportunities compared to home.”But the new arrivals face dangers, creating a headache for Pakistani security officials. Wang, deputy chief executive of Infoshare, an Islamabad-based consultancy assisting Chinese entrepreneurs and businesses, said security was the number one concern of Chinese newcomers. Guards and police with automatic rifles shield Chinese-staffed offices and language schools, while security officials say plainclothes officers form a less visible layer of protection at such sites. Chinese restaurants are sprouting to cater for new arrivals who are rarely fond of Pakistani food. But security officials concede not everyone can be given round-the-clock protection, and many businessmen do not want their freedom curbed.

Source: bd News24 August 28, 2017 01:30 UTC