Death toll from building fire in China’s Shanxi province rises to 14
By The South Asia Times
BEIJING - The death toll from a fire at a building in Taiyuan, the capital of north China’s Shanxi Province, has risen to 14, local authorities said on Monday, according to Xinhua News Agency.
The fire broke out at 4:59 p.m. on Sunday in Yingze District of Taiyuan, authorities said. Emergency services responded to the incident, while investigations into the cause of the fire are underway.
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar expressed condolences over the loss of lives, extending sympathy to the bereaved families and the Chinese government, leadership and people.
In a message posted on X, Dar described the incident as heartbreaking and said Pakistan stood in full solidarity with China in the wake of the tragedy.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected, and we wish the injured a swift and full recovery,” Dar said.
Pakistan and China maintain close ties, with both countries frequently expressing solidarity and support during times of tragedy.
