Rough Times in the China-Pakistan ‘All Weather’ Relationship
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Rough Times in the China-Pakistan ‘All Weather’ Relationship

The Diplomat  

As Pakistan steps up efforts to woo its closest allies into making a new round of investment in the country, it may find it difficult to convince China amid mounting security and trust concerns. The CPEC project, which included electric power plants, increased Pakistan’s transmission network’s length by around 1,000 kilometers and added an estimated 6,000 megawatts to the country’s energy-deficient grid. During Imran Khan’s tenure as prime minister, which was initially supported by the military, attempts were made to reevaluate CPEC deals, citing them as “unfair” to Pakistan. Furthermore, Beijing’s concerns in Pakistan are partly a result of the country’s ongoing political unrest, which puts pressure on CPEC. To further demonstrate to China that Pakistan’s present leadership is committed to bringing CPEC back to life, the military-backed Special Investment Facilitation Council is in favor of expediting its portion of the commitment to at least settle outstanding payments to Chinese power producers.

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Can Pakistan Navigate Its Security Crisis While Balancing US-China Ties?
1 week, 2 days ago

Can Pakistan Navigate Its Security Crisis While Balancing US-China Ties?

The Hindu  

Published : Mar 15, 2025 17:04 IST - 10 MINS READ In yet another blow to Pakistan’s internal security, militants seized control of a train in the Bolan area of Balochistan on March 11. Beijing investment It is pertinent to mention that with the US downgrading Pakistan in its foreign relations priority list, China has stepped in to provide Pakistan …

Zardari in Beijing: Reaffirming China-Pakistan Ties Amid US Pressures
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Zardari in Beijing: Reaffirming China-Pakistan Ties Amid US Pressures

The Diplomat  

Amid the growing complexities in China-Pakistan relations, Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari’s visit to Beijing in early February was crucial for addressing mutual concerns and reinforcing the “ironclad” partnership between the two nations. Islamabad may have also requested Beijing’s patience regarding financial repayments and CPEC project delays, given Pakistan’s economic constraints and security challenges. While China reaffirmed its support for …

Pakistan feeling insecure under Trump 2.0: Time for Generals to smell the coffee
1 month ago

Pakistan feeling insecure under Trump 2.0: Time for Generals to smell the coffee

Firstpost  

Sane Pakistanis should know that the path to their country’s security and prosperity lies through good ties with India. However, the two-nation theory, which the Generals and the political class remain committed to, prevents them from normalising ties and leads them to still retain the option of use of calibrated terror Pakistan is deeply concerned that it is not on …

CPEC: How ‘all-weather’ China-Pakistan friendship faces most severe storm
1 month, 2 weeks ago

CPEC: How ‘all-weather’ China-Pakistan friendship faces most severe storm

Firstpost  

As CPEC stagnates and Pakistan pivots towards the US, Beijing is caught in a strategic conundrum of whether to continue sinking investments into an unstable partner or recalibrate its regional approach As Pakistan's debt obligations towards China keep mounting and insurgent threats persist, Islamabad’s ability to maintain its sovereignty over critical assets like Gwadar is increasingly in question. The Chinese …

Pakistan’s president says extremist attacks won’t end friendship with China
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan’s president says extremist attacks won’t end friendship with China

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari said Wednesday that his country’s friendship with China has “gone through ups and downs” but it won’t be broken down by extremist attacks that have killed Chinese nationals. “No matter how many terrors, how many issues crop up in the world, I will stand, Pakistan people will stand, with the people of China.” …

5 things about China-Pakistan ties as Zardari visits Beijing on Tuesday on 5-day tour
1 month, 3 weeks ago

5 things about China-Pakistan ties as Zardari visits Beijing on Tuesday on 5-day tour

Firstpost  

The ”discussions between leaders will encompass the full spectrum of Pakistan-China relations, with a particular focus on economic and trade cooperation; counter-terrorism and security collaboration, China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and future connectivity initiatives High-level Meetings with Chinese Leaders President Asif Ali Zardari will travel to China on Tuesday on a five-day state visit during which he will discuss a broad spectrum …

How attacks on Chinese working for CPEC projects dent China-Pakistan ties
4 months, 1 week ago

How attacks on Chinese working for CPEC projects dent China-Pakistan ties

Firstpost  

That the Chinese have felt the need to hire private security is perplexing when the Pakistan army has granted itself a huge rise in the budget ostensibly to take care of their security There appears to be some rusting in a certain ‘iron brother’ relationship. Just a day ago, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian, while reiterating the ‘all-weather friendship’ …

Trump 2.0: Will China and Imran Khan test Pakistan ties with the US?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Trump 2.0: Will China and Imran Khan test Pakistan ties with the US?

Al Jazeera  

The former PM’s team hopes that Trump will lean on Pakistan to release him from jail. Islamabad, Pakistan – Amid a flurry of congratulatory messages from political leaders worldwide following his victory in the US presidential election, Donald Trump received a message from an unexpected source: Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his “very good friend” who is currently in …

Chinese modernization serves as model for Pakistan to promote economic development: Pakistani PM
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Chinese modernization serves as model for Pakistan to promote economic development: Pakistani PM

China Daily  

This photo taken on March 21, 2023 shows the view of cooling towers at the Thar Coal Block-I Coal Electricity Integration project in Sindh province, Pakistan. ISLAMABAD -- The unique Chinese modernization serves as a model for Pakistan to promote economic development, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said, extending congratulations on the 75th anniversary of the founding of the …

Pakistan's new anti-terror initiative aimed at protecting Chinese projects: Report
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan's new anti-terror initiative aimed at protecting Chinese projects: Report

Hindustan Times  

China's reported hesitation to invest in new projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor stems largely from concerns about the security of its citizens and assets in Pakistan. According to a recent editorial in Dawn, the move underscores Pakistan's recognition of the importance of addressing China's security concerns, especially at a time when attracting foreign investment is critical for the country's …

China dictates Pakistani Military to launch operations against terrorists?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

China dictates Pakistani Military to launch operations against terrorists?

Op India  

Following the death of its five Chinese Engineers in an attack in March this year and similar casualties in earlier attacks, China has been mounting pressure on Pakistan to accept its humiliating demands. According to reports, Chinese Vice Foreign Minister, Sun Weidong held a meeting with Pakistani officials ahead of Pakistani PM’s five-day visit to China. In a press release, …

Sharif’s Beijing trip: Can China-Pakistan Economic Corridor be revived?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Sharif’s Beijing trip: Can China-Pakistan Economic Corridor be revived?

Al Jazeera  

Islamabad, Pakistan – Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is scheduled to fly to China on June 4 for a five-day trip that will see him engage with Beijing’s top leadership, at a time when Islamabad has come to increasingly rely on its alliance with the world’s second-largest economy. As Pakistan looks to similarly kick-start its economy from the doldrums, amid …

China urges Pakistan to do its 'utmost' to protect Chinese workers after recurrent attacks
10 months, 1 week ago

China urges Pakistan to do its 'utmost' to protect Chinese workers after recurrent attacks

India TV News  

Beijing: China urged Pakistan to do its "utmost" to protect thousands of Chinese workers involved in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor projects after recurrent attacks on Chinese personnel became a major headache for Beijing. The demand came as Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi co-chaired the fifth round of the Foreign Minister-Level …

CPEC security key to Sino-Pakistani ironclad relations
10 months, 1 week ago

CPEC security key to Sino-Pakistani ironclad relations

China Daily  

SONG CHEN/CHINA DAILY While the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor projects have yielded tangible benefits for the local economy and its people, recent attacks targeting the CPEC should serve as a cause for serious concern. In the context of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and its extraordinary importance for Balochistan, Gwadar in particular, and Chinese nationals working on projects there, it would not …

New quality productive forces to power Pakistan and beyond, experts say
11 months ago

New quality productive forces to power Pakistan and beyond, experts say

China Daily  

By ZHAO JIA | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-04-25 14:02 Aerial photo taken on April 9, 2022, shows a view of the Karot Hydropower Project in Punjab province, eastern Pakistan. Pakistani China observers refuted on Wednesday negative narratives against the Chinese economy, saying Beijing's pursuit of high-quality development focusing on developing new quality productive forces has and will continue to benefit …

China Assures Pakistan of Its Support to Defend Sovereignty After Iran’s Airstrikes
1 year, 2 months ago

China Assures Pakistan of Its Support to Defend Sovereignty After Iran’s Airstrikes

News 18  

China has assured Islamabad of its support in defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity even while welcoming on Tuesday the restoration of diplomatic ties between Tehran and Islamabad after their recent air strikes against each other. As China’s Foreign Minister Sun Weidong visited Pakistan on a mediation mission, a statement from Foreign Ministry on Monday said it is maintaining close …

China ‘willing’ to play a constructive role to cool Pakistan-Iran tensions
1 year, 2 months ago

China ‘willing’ to play a constructive role to cool Pakistan-Iran tensions

The Hindu  

Beijing has said it was willing to mediate tensions between Pakistan and Iran, after the two countries traded deadly air strikes on militant targets on each other’s territory. Beijing’s Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Thursday that China was “willing to play a constructive role in de-escalating the situation” if both sides wished. The South Asian power also plays …

China’s perspective on ties with Pakistan and CPEC’s prospects
1 year, 2 months ago

China’s perspective on ties with Pakistan and CPEC’s prospects

Hindustan Times  

This year marks a decade since the announcement of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. This brief analyses Chinese-language literature to understand the country’s current stance on Pakistan and the CPEC. China is keen for Pakistan to work on its internal stability and to creatively engage multiple stakeholders, particularly India and the US, to help successfully implement the CPEC and its larger …

Amid frequent violent attacks on its citizens, what the future holds for China’s Balochistan plans
1 year, 6 months ago

Amid frequent violent attacks on its citizens, what the future holds for China’s Balochistan plans

Firstpost  

As the unfolding events demand continued attention, the manner in which the State responds will undoubtedly shape the trajectory of Baloch nationalist actions and exert far-reaching implications on Chinese investments and regional stability On 13 August, 2023, a Chinese envoy faced an attack while en route to a construction site near Gwadar, Balochistan. These allegations, encompassing coerced evictions and notably …

Beijing has invested $25.4B in Pakistan over the last decade, Chinese vice premier says
1 year, 7 months ago

Beijing has invested $25.4B in Pakistan over the last decade, Chinese vice premier says

Associated Press  

ISLAMABAD — China has invested $25.4 billion in Pakistan over the past decade for projects ranging from roads to power plants, China’s vice premier said Monday, as the two countries celebrated the 10th anniversary of the so-called Belt and Road Initiative. In his televised remarks, Chinese Vice Premier He Lefing said Pakistan’s southwestern town of Gwadar was once just a …

Beijing has invested $25.4B in Pakistan over the last decade, Chinese vice premier says
1 year, 7 months ago

Beijing has invested $25.4B in Pakistan over the last decade, Chinese vice premier says

The Independent  

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China helps Pakistan build defence infrastructure along LoC, says officials
1 year, 9 months ago

China helps Pakistan build defence infrastructure along LoC, says officials

India Today  

China has been helping the Pakistan Army build its defence infrastructure besides providing Unmanned Aerial and Combat Aerial Vehicles, setting up communication towers and laying underground cables along the Line of Control, officials said. This, according to the officials, is part of efforts to further shore up China's position as an all-weather friend of Pakistan while ensuring the safety of …

China-Pakistan Relations: The Eye of the Storm?
1 year, 9 months ago

China-Pakistan Relations: The Eye of the Storm?

The Diplomat  

On May 6 and 7, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang was in Pakistan, where he attended the China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue as well as a meeting with Pakistani President Arif Alvi and Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir. As a good neighbor, good friend and good partner of Pakistan, China sincerely hopes that all political forces in Pakistan …

Pakistan and China Agree to Extend CPEC to Afghanistan, Stress on Combating Terrorism
1 year, 10 months ago

Pakistan and China Agree to Extend CPEC to Afghanistan, Stress on Combating Terrorism

News 18  

Pakistan, China and Afghanistan have agreed to forge closer economic ties by extending the Beijing-backed China-Pakistan Economic Corridor to Afghanistan to fully harness the country’s potential as a hub for regional connectivity. Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang and Afghanistan’s Taliban-appointed acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi held the 5th China-Afghanistan-Pakistan Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue, …

Reluctant critic China urges Afghan changes on women’s roles
1 year, 10 months ago

Reluctant critic China urges Afghan changes on women’s roles

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China on Wednesday called on Afghanistan to reform its radical policies excluding women from education and public life and “adopt a more resolute attitude in combating terrorism.” The comments from Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin came on the heels of a Pakistan-hosted mini-summit of China, Afghanistan and Pakistan that sought to promote trade and lower border tensions amid …

China, Pakistan vow to further all-round cooperation
1 year, 10 months ago

China, Pakistan vow to further all-round cooperation

China Daily  

Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang meets Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari in Islamabad, Pakistan, May 6, 2023. When co-chairing the fourth round of the China-Pakistan Foreign Ministers' Strategic Dialogue with Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang said that as all-weather strategic cooperative partners, China highly appreciates Pakistan's support …

Pakistan, China reiterate to continue cooperation on CPEC
1 year, 10 months ago

Pakistan, China reiterate to continue cooperation on CPEC

The Hindu  

A day after India criticised the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan and China on Saturday expressed their firm commitment to continue their cooperation on the multi-billion dollar infrastructure projects. “This corridor project remains a win-win economic initiative opened to all investors around the world,” Mr. Bilawal said, adding that Pakistan reiterated its “abiding commitment to its high-quality …

Indo-China relations won't be normal until peace and tranquillity maintained at border: EAM
1 year, 10 months ago

Indo-China relations won't be normal until peace and tranquillity maintained at border: EAM

Firstpost  

Panaji: Reiterating his stand on India-China border issues, External Affairs Minister S Jaishnakar on Friday made it clear again that the ties between the two countries cannot be normal until peace and tranquillity are maintained on the Land of Actual Control. Addressing a press conference at the conclusion of the Foriegn Ministers’ Meeting under the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, S Jaishankar …

China to ‘deepen and expand’ military ties with Pakistan
1 year, 10 months ago

China to ‘deepen and expand’ military ties with Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

The defence ministry makes the statement during the maiden visit of Pakistan army chief General Syed Asim Munir to Beijing. Islamabad, Pakistan – China says it will work with Pakistan’s military to “further deepen and expand” the two nations’ mutual interests and jointly protect regional peace and stability. A statement by the Chinese defence ministry on Wednesday said Zhang Youxia, …

China’s Clouded Future in Afghanistan
2 years ago

China’s Clouded Future in Afghanistan

The Diplomat  

More than a year since the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan, the country is now facing a new terrorist threat that is making it more risky and difficult for China to commit to the region. A new U.N. report on the threat posed by the group published in early February describes Islamic State Khorasan Province as effectively establishing itself as “the …

Foreign minister says Pakistan in ‘perfect storm’ of crises’
2 years ago

Foreign minister says Pakistan in ‘perfect storm’ of crises’

The Hindu  

Pakistan’s foreign minister said Thursday his country is facing “a perfect storm” of troubles — an economic crisis, the consequences of catastrophic flooding, and terrorism “that is once again rearing its ugly head” as a result of the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. Mr. Zardari said his party supports expanding revenue collection and believes those who are well off should pay …

Will Pakistan's economic crisis affect Beijing-Islamabad relationship? China's quandary grows
2 years, 1 month ago

Will Pakistan's economic crisis affect Beijing-Islamabad relationship? China's quandary grows

India TV News  

Pakistan's economic crisis: China which holds Islamabad’s largest debt on Monday said it backed measures taken by its "all-weather friend" Pakistan to tide over the disastrous situation and hoped it will, in the end, pull through. Pakistan at the verge of default Pakistan’s current account deficit shrank 90.2 per cent to USD 0.24 billion in January from USD 2.47 billion …

Pakistan most influenced by China amongst 82 countries, study reveals, read details
2 years, 3 months ago

Pakistan most influenced by China amongst 82 countries, study reveals, read details

Op India  

A new study that measures Beijing’s expanding global sway has revealed that Pakistan is the country in the world which is most influenced by China, Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reported. The China Index, a database relaunched on December 8 by DoubleThink Labs, a Taiwan-based research organization has ranked Pakistan atop a list of 82 other nations around the world and …

Flailing Economy, CPEC, Indo-US Ties: Pakistan PM’s China Visit Fraught with Challenges
2 years, 4 months ago

Flailing Economy, CPEC, Indo-US Ties: Pakistan PM’s China Visit Fraught with Challenges

News 18  

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s first visit China, since he took office in April this year, is fraught with challenges. China’s Demand of Outposts Chinese are demanding outpost in Balochistan for a long time for which Chinese personnel are still working with the Pakistani security agencies in Gawadar, according to sources. Geopolitical Challenges In his recent op-ed in Chinese newspaper …

Pakistan, China agree to build USD 10 bn Karachi-Peshawar Rail link | Why's project called backbone of CPEC
2 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan, China agree to build USD 10 bn Karachi-Peshawar Rail link | Why's project called backbone of CPEC

India TV News  

Pakistan, China agree to build USD 10 bn Karachi-Peshawar Rail link | Why's project called backbone of CPEC The green signal to USD 10 billion rail project is a major boost to the shaky economy of Pakistan as the country is facing unprecedented inflation. In a major boost to fragile Pakistan’s economy, Beijing and Islamabad agreed to build the much …

Pakistan and China invite third country as a partner in CPEC
2 years, 8 months ago

Pakistan and China invite third country as a partner in CPEC

Op India  

China and Pakistan have now invited any third country to join the multibillion-dollar infrastructure project for what they call mutually beneficial cooperation as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor encounters hurdles owing to financial constraints and excessive delays. According to reports, China and Pakistan have discussed expanding the CPEC to Afghanistan in order to foster economic development and stability in the Taliban-ruled …

'Upset' China Ready to Invest More in Pakistan But Has New Terms & Conditions: Sources - News18
2 years, 9 months ago

'Upset' China Ready to Invest More in Pakistan But Has New Terms & Conditions: Sources - News18

News 18  

China is unhappy with the civil-political administration and bureaucracy of Pakistan and the top brass needs to act collectively to address the concerns, Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Bajwa informed the National Security Committee Meeting, sources have told CNN-News18. The sources added that the army chief briefed NSCM about his recent China visit and while Beijing is ready to …

More than 30 Chinese companies threaten to close operations in Pakistan
2 years, 10 months ago

More than 30 Chinese companies threaten to close operations in Pakistan

Op India  

More than 30 Chinese companies working in Pakistan under the banner of CPEC have threatened to shut down operations in the country over non-payment of dues, reported Dawn. In a meeting on Monday, about 25 representatives of Chinese independent power producers complained about outstanding dues to Pakistani Minister Ahsan Iqbal. The Chinese authorities pointed out that coal prices have risen …

Chinese workers in Pakistan lose confidence in Pakistani security after recent attacks
2 years, 10 months ago

Chinese workers in Pakistan lose confidence in Pakistani security after recent attacks

Op India  

In an embarrassing development for Pakistan, it is reported that the Chinese people, especially Chinese workers in Pakistan have no confidence left in the Pakistani security systems. The Chinese workers feel insecure in Pakistan and they think that the Pakistani security systems are not able to protect them in an hour of crisis. According to a report by The Dawn, …

China says change in Pakistan’s leadership will not affect ties
2 years, 11 months ago

China says change in Pakistan’s leadership will not affect ties

The Hindu  

China on Monday said it “noted the political change” in Pakistan, adding that it “will not affect” bilateral relations between the close allies. The Foreign Ministry in Beijing said China “has noted the political change in Pakistan.” “As a close neighbour and an iron-clad friend of Pakistan, China sincerely hopes that all parties of Pakistan can stay united and jointly …

Ties with Pak 'Rock Solid'; Political Crisis Won't Affect Cooperation, CPEC Projects: China
2 years, 11 months ago

Ties with Pak 'Rock Solid'; Political Crisis Won't Affect Cooperation, CPEC Projects: China

News 18  

Asserting that its ties with Pakistan are unbreakable and rock solid, China on Wednesday said the raging political crisis in Islamabad will not affect the overall cooperation between the all-weather allies as well as the projects under the USD 60 billion CPEC. A wary China has been keeping a close watch on the recent rapid political developments in Pakistan, leading …

China, Pakistan review CPEC project
3 years, 1 month ago

China, Pakistan review CPEC project

Hindustan Times  

China firmly supports Pakistan in safeguarding its sovereignty and fighting terrorism, President Xi Jinping told Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on Sunday with both leaders agreeing to carry forward the “in-depth” development of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project. The CPEC, which connects Gwadar Port in Balochistan with China’s Xinjiang province, is the flagship project of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s ambitious …

How 2022 may see the meltdown of the China-Pakistan-Afghanistan axis
3 years, 2 months ago

How 2022 may see the meltdown of the China-Pakistan-Afghanistan axis

Firstpost  

After the Taliban takeover, very few countries have stepped up to recognise the new regime. Josep Borrell, the EU’s foreign policy chief, said: “Afghanistan is experiencing a serious humanitarian crisis and a socio-economic collapse is looming.” But perceptions of the Taliban, its sponsor Pakistan, and Pakistan’s ‘all-weather’ ally China have hardened. The National Intelligence Council’s Strategic Futures Group, a US …

Taliban expresses interest in CPEC: Should India be worried, why China is reaching out and what Pakistan said
3 years, 6 months ago

Taliban expresses interest in CPEC: Should India be worried, why China is reaching out and what Pakistan said

Firstpost  

CPEC is a part of China’s most ambitious project ‘Belt and Road Initiative’, aimed at renewing the country’s historic trade routes in the coastal countries of South-East Asia Taliban spokesperson Zabiullah Mujahid expressing that the group “desires” to join the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor amid reports suggesting that the ISI supported the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan will make New Delhi’s ears …

China should beware ending up in an Afghan creditor trap
3 years, 7 months ago

China should beware ending up in an Afghan creditor trap

Live Mint  

The hurried withdrawal of the US from Afghanistan—the 1975 fall of Saigon déjà vu—has been heralded as a win for China and an opportunity for Beijing to extend its influence across the region. Since the BRI’s inception in 2013, China has splashed billions of dollars abroad: building roads, dams and power plants. In late July, during an Afghan Taliban charm- …

Watch | About the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
4 years, 2 months ago

Watch | About the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor

The Hindu  

On December 25, officials from China and Pakistan met in Urumqi for the second meeting of the Joint Working Group on International Cooperation and Coordination under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor or CPEC. It is China’s most ambitious Belt and Road Initiative project that aims to build a network of roads, railway lines and power projects throughout Pakistan. CPEC eventually aims …

CPEC | The corridor of uncertainty
4 years, 2 months ago

CPEC | The corridor of uncertainty

The Hindu  

On December 25, officials from China and Pakistan met in Urumqi, the capital of China’s far western Xinjiang region, for the second meeting of the Joint Working Group on International Cooperation and Coordination under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. On the very same day of the meeting, the Express Tribune newspaper reported that China had sought additional guarantees before sanctioning a …

CPEC Crisis: China plays hard as Pakistan spirals deeper into debt trap | Deep Dive
4 years, 4 months ago

CPEC Crisis: China plays hard as Pakistan spirals deeper into debt trap | Deep Dive

India Today  

Political turbulence, foreign debt limits and the Covid-19 pandemic have all come together to slow down Chinese investment in Pakistan as Beijing holds off on projects under the $62 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, including a $6.1 billion railway renovation plan. Internal Report in Pakistan Blames the Govt The Institute of Policy Reforms, a think-tank run by a senior leader of …

Pakistan to borrow USD 2.7 billion loan from China for CPEC projects
4 years, 4 months ago

Pakistan to borrow USD 2.7 billion loan from China for CPEC projects

Op India  

Pakistan seems to be taking the path of Maldives, Sri Lanka, and several other nations and seeking large loans from China. Imran Khan-led Pakistan govt is seeking USD 2.7 billion loan from the Chinese govt to complete construction projects of package-I of the Mainline-1 project of China Pakistan Economic Corridor. According to the Pakistani media, during the sixth meeting of …

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