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Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA)

location

Pakistan, primarily the western Balochistan region. It has also launched attacks in Karachi in neighboring Sindh province. 

stated purpose

The BLA seeks self-determination for the Baloch people and opposes increased Pakistani state involvement in the region.

It has specifically criticized increasing Chinese investment in the Balochistan region.

strength

Unknown.

Reports in 2016 estimated that the BLA had around 500 armed members.
 

Most Baloch nationalist groups are believed to maintain cordial relations...

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