ISLAMABAD: arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan provoked several countries To issue travel advice for their citizens in Pakistan.
The United States, Great Britain, Canada and the European Union have advised their citizens avoid unnecessary travel in Azad Kashmir, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to threat of civil unrest and kidnappings.
Canadian High Commission also issued a travel recommendation for its citizens in Pakistan. The bulletin advises Canadians to exercise extreme caution due to the unpredictable security situation. in a country.
He specifically warns against travel within 10 km of borders of China, India and Iran, as well as travel on some sections of Karakoram Highway.
Advisory also advises against unnecessary travel to Azad Kashmir, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and non-essential travel to Karachi.
Canadian government may not be able to provide consular assistance to citizens in areas of a serious security issue and protests are expected in Pakistan due to the recent arrest of Khan.
Security situation in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore and Karachi are said to be changing and unpredictable and citizens are advised follow directions from local authorities.
Foreign citizens also It is recommended to be careful while in Western-style restaurants and malls out of danger of violence and terrorism.
