Tag: Belt and Road Initiative

  • China and the New Global Order

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    As the effectiveness of traditional Western-led institutions comes into question, a new framework of “Reformist Multilateralism” is emerging. This article examines the geopolitical shift from unilateral containment to inclusive partnership, exploring how the Global South and China are prioritizing economic development as the ultimate guarantor of global peace and stability.

  • CHINA’S EXPANDING INFLUENCE IN AFRICA

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    Bisma Batool Qureshi
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    China’s influence in Africa has evolved from historic political ties into a full-spectrum partnership spanning trade, infrastructure, security, and strategic cooperation. As Africa emerges as a vital market and source of resources, Beijing has positioned itself as the continent’s largest trading partner and leading creditor. Through initiatives like the Belt and Road and the Forum…

  • US-China Rivalry: Pakistan’s Quest for Strategic Equilibrium

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    Akhtar Shabbir
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    Caught between Washington and Beijing, Pakistan faces a complex balancing act as US-China rivalry intensifies. While China offers economic lifelines through CPEC and defense cooperation, the US remains critical for financial stability and counterterrorism ties. Over-commitment to either side risks economic vulnerability or geopolitical backlash. Pakistan’s best option lies in calibrated engagement, strategic ambiguity, and…