Question : Chinese Military Base in Pakistan

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

(a) whether China has planned to set up a military base in Pakistan;

(b) if so, the view of the Government in this regard;

(c) whether the said activity of China and Pakistan could be harmful to India; and

(d) if so, the reaction of the Government in this regard?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
[GEN. (DR) V. K. SINGH (RETD)]

(a) to (d) Government has seen reports in this regard. Government keeps a constant watch on all developments having a bearing on India’s security and takes all necessary measures to safeguard it.