TABNAK, Oct, 08: He offered condolences for the governments of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the People's Republic of China and the bereaved families of the victims of the terrorist act.
Confronting this sinister phenomenon requires more cooperation and coordination among countries, the Iranian official said.
"The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to strengthen cooperation with all countries, especially neighboring countries to prevent and counter the spread of terrorism and insecurity in the region," Baqaei Hamaneh added.
At least 10 people were hurt after a convoy from the Port Qasim Electric Power Company was attacked near Karachi airport.
The Chinese Embassy in Pakistan has said at least two of its citizens were killed and a third injured after their convoy was attacked near Karachi airport.
The embassy said the attack took place at about 11:00 pm on Sunday (18:00 GMT) close to the Jinnah international airport and targeted the Chinese staff of the Port Qasim Electric Power Company.
In the statement early on Monday, the Chinese Embassy condemned the “terrorist attack” and requested “the Pakistani side to thoroughly investigate the attack, severely punish the perpetrators, and take all necessary measures to protect the safety of Chinese citizens, institutions and projects in Pakistan”.
Hassaan Khan, a rescue official, told Dawn.com that 10 vehicles were damaged in the fire caused by the explosion and that four cars were destroyed.
