Canada issues travel advisory warning citizens about security risks in Pakistan

The Government of Canada has issued an updated travel advisory for Canadians travelling to Pakistan, warning that the security situation in parts of the country remains fragile.

According to the advisory published by Global Affairs Canada, rising tensions in the Middle East and ongoing military clashes along the Pakistan–Afghanistan border have increased safety concerns for travellers.

Canadian officials say risks in Pakistan include terrorism, kidnapping and sectarian violence, and travellers are advised to exercise a high degree of caution.

The advisory recommends that Canadians avoid all travel within 50 kilometres of the border with Afghanistan, and within 10 kilometres of Pakistan’s borders with India, China and Iran. It also advises against non-essential travel to the city of Karachi.

The government said Canadian officials may be unable to provide consular assistance in areas where serious security concerns exist or where the Pakistani government has restricted access to foreign nationals.