Why China needs CPEC- CSS Pakistan Affairs A little over one year after entering its implementation phase in 2016, CPEC is making a remarkable progress and appears to be an economic panacea for both Pakistan and China. It is discussed mostly …
Economy and Security are two sides of the same coin- CSS Pakistan Affairs A strong connection between the country’s prosperity and military power or put simply, economy and security are two sides of the same coin; without political stability, without …
Pakistan’s Entry into Big Boys’ Club – CSS Pakistan Affairs In order to economically sustain its growth at above 5 percent, and fully materialize CPEC by 2030, Pakistan needs to undertake revolutionary reforms domestically and forge new alliances and partnerships …
CPEC and Its Social Implications for Pakistan-CSS Pakistan Affairs The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a buzz-word in the region today. China finds it as a conduit to expand its tentacles, while Pakistan thinks that it can help propel its …
Can CPEC bring an opportunity to solve Kashmir Issue? – CSS Pakistan Affairs The disputed Kashmir region is now at the center of the ambitious China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, as the route passes through the region of Gilgit-Baltistan, part of Pakistan-administered …
Other side of the coin: scrutinising DAWN’s “CPEC Master Plan”- CSS Pakistan Affairs After DAWN published the exclusive CPEC master plan revealing China’s seemingly apparent plans to colonize Pakistan and turn it into its own economic colony, the Indian media …
Unpacking the One Belt One Road- CSS Current affairs May 14-15, Chinese President Xi Jinping will host the leaders of 28 countries and representatives from several other countries at the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing. Announced in 2013, the …
Is CPEC a new form of colonialism? CSS Pakistan Affairs The US$56 billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) – a part of China’s ‘One Belt One Road’ vision – has yet to translate into the ‘game changer’ envisioned by its sponsors. …
CPEC and Policy Imperatives- CSS Pakistan Affairs MOST of the discussion about CPEC has so far focused on financing and future indebtedness but the success of this initiative lies in successful interaction between investment, institutions and policy. What policies are …
CPEC’s long-term plan and challenges- CSS Pakistan Affairs Most structural weaknesses of Pakistan’s economy, which are hampering its journey towards prosperity and inclusive growth, could be addressed in the next 10 to 15 years, if the country is able …