DUBAI, United Arab Emirates � Cricket's world governing body has removed Pakistan as a co-host of the 2011 World Cup because of security fears.

The decision comes after terrorists attacked the Sri Lankan team bus in Lahore and killed six police officers and a driver on March 3.

The International Cricket Council Board announced on Friday that the uncertain security situation in the country had forced the decision.

Pakistan was expected to co-host the event with India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.