Shaken by recent militant attacks, Pakistani authorities have implemented a major security lockdown in the capital ahead of an Asian security group meeting. Islamabad and Rawalpindi are observing a three-day holiday, with troops deployed and key roads blocked to ensure security. The move has caused disruptions, with ambulances facing difficulties in reaching hospitals due to road closures.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, will bring together leaders and officials from member states to discuss security cooperation and economic ties. Established in 2001 by China and Russia, the SCO includes countries like Iran, India, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
