August 4: The Express Tribune report by Shahbaz Rana states that the Foreign Office has warned government functionaries against issuing unauthorized comments about the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) after a statement by a senior official of the Planning Commission caused stir in Beijing. Barring government officials may further raise transparency concerns, as contracts under CPEC are shrouded in mystery.
The Express Tribune: Foreign Office warns against unsanctioned comments
