BEIJING, Feb. 3 (Xinhua) -- China strongly condemned the terrorist attacks in southwestern Pakistan and reiterated its firm support for Pakistan's counter-terrorism efforts, a foreign ministry spokesperson said on Tuesday.

According to reports, the Balochistan Liberation Army launched attacks in multiple areas of Balochistan Province, resulting in casualties among both security personnel and civilians.

When asked for comments at a daily press briefing, spokesperson Lin Jian said that China strongly condemns the attacks. He expressed deep condolences to the victims, and extended sincere sympathies to the injured and the families of the victims.

"China firmly opposes terrorism in all its forms, and will, as always, firmly support Pakistan in combating terrorism, maintaining social unity and stability, and protecting the safety of its people," he said. ■