While the government and local communities are keen to put projects back on track, China’s developmental initiative has to confront the brutal reality of Pakistan’s security challenges.
Recent research shows that CPEC has increased government spending but has limited impact beyond that, raising questions about the BRI’s strategic objectives.
The government made a few concessions to the people of Gwadar following the latest protests. But the future of Gwadar lies in how the Baloch people are included in the development process.
Sheraz Aziz argues that Beijing must find a way to engage with all the political parties and stakeholders to make CPEC work
Chinese think tank CREEI wants to spearhead a new approach to planning China’s overseas energy investment
Chinese companies are not just pouring concrete along the Belt and Road. Financing is a big part of China’s overseas involvement.