BEIJING: Pakistan has taken important measures for the security of theChina-Pakistan Economic Corridor, the spokesperson of the Chinese Ministryof Foreign Affairs said on Thursday.

Answering a question regarding recent media reports that China hasbeenengaged in dialogue with separatist forces in Balochistan, the spokesmandenied the reports.

“I have never heard about it,” said the spokesperson.

He further said that the security for CPEC’s construction has always beenconsulted by both Chinese and Pakistani governments.

“China appreciates important measures Pakistan has taken for the securityof CPEC, effectively protecting the corridor projects and the safety ofChinese citizens,” said the spokesperson.

He addedthat China hopes and believes that Pakistan will continue to ensurethe safety of the economic corridor.

Earlier, the Financial Times had claimed that China has been directlyholding talks with Baloch militants to protect Chinese investment inPakistan.