After a meeting with Eritrean Foreign Minister Osman Salih Mohammed, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov voiced concern over events in the Central African Republic related to the killing of Chinese nationals. The discussion referenced reporting from TASS about the developing situation in CAR and the attacks on Chinese workers.
Lavrov noted that the violence targeting Chinese personnel at a mining operation in the Central African Republic had raised alarm. He described the incidents as a serious development that warranted international attention and careful monitoring to prevent further harm to civilians connected to Chinese enterprises operating abroad.
In parallel, statements from China underscored that those responsible for the assault on Chinese citizens at the CAR gold mine must face strict and lawful punishment. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs also issued guidance advising Chinese citizens to avoid travel to high-risk areas within the Central African Republic to minimize exposure to potential threats.
Earlier, unidentified assailants, believed to be insurgents, attacked a Chinese-run gold mining facility that had recently begun operations in the Central African Republic. The assault resulted in nine fatalities and left two others injured, prompting a verified response from multiple international actors who monitor security situations involving foreign workers and investments in Africa.
These developments have prompted a coordinated reply from involved governments, emphasizing the protection of civilians, the safety of international workers, and the preservation of legal processes in response to violent acts. The situation highlights ongoing concerns about security and stability in the Central African Republic and the risks faced by foreign nationals and business interests operating in the region. Observers point to the need for robust protections for expatriates and for clear channels of communication among governments to address such violent incidents quickly and transparently. In international forums, diplomats have urged restraint, calls for accountability, and the importance of upholding international law in response to attacks on foreign nationals and their property. The broader context includes ongoing regional security challenges and the role of international partners in supporting the CAR while safeguarding the rights and safety of foreign workers. Keepers of intelligence and diplomatic channels continue to assess threats and coordinate with local authorities to prevent recurrences and to support humanitarian considerations for affected families and communities. In all, the incidents underscore the precarious balance between economic activity, security, and the welfare of workers who travel abroad to participate in mining and energy projects, a balance that requires vigilant oversight and cooperative international engagement. (Source: TASS)