Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Qin Gang confirmed last night that the
seven Chinese kidnapped in Pakistani capital of Islamabad were released around
8pm yesterday.
"They have arrived at the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad, with the efforts from
Chinese Foreign Ministry and the embassy, and thegreat support from the
Pakistani government," Qin said.
Chinese government has paid great attention to the abduction, said Qin. "Both
the Foreign Ministry and the embassy have lodged urgent representation to the
Pakistani side, requesting the early release of the Chinese hostages and ensure
the safety of all Chinese in Pakistan."
It was reported that a Chinese couple, five of their women employees, and two
Pakistani men were taken away from their residence in Islamabad early Saturday
morning by Lal Masjid students.