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The document analyzes the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a key initiative under the Belt and Road Initiative, aiming to enhance economic connectivity between China and Pakistan through infrastructure and energy projects. It discusses the historical context, the establishment of Special Economic Zones, and the potential socio-economic and environmental impacts of CPEC. The conclusion emphasizes the need for sustainability and inclusivity to address challenges and ensure the success of CPEC in transforming Pakistan's economy.

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The document analyzes the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as a key initiative under the Belt and Road Initiative, aiming to enhance economic connectivity between China and Pakistan through infrastructure and energy projects. It discusses the historical context, the establishment of Special Economic Zones, and the potential socio-economic and environmental impacts of CPEC. The conclusion emphasizes the need for sustainability and inclusivity to address challenges and ensure the success of CPEC in transforming Pakistan's economy.

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From Silk Road to China-Pakistan Economic Corridor

(CPEC): A Comprehensive Analysis of Economic,


Geopolitical, Socio-cultural and Environmental Landscapes
of Pakistan
ALI, A., & RIZWAN, M.
(2024).
*ANNALS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND PERSPECTIVE*, 5(1), 9-
29.
HTTPS://ASSAP.WUM.EDU.PK/INDEX.PHP/OJS

Presenter: Turaeva
OUTLINE

INTRODUCTIO HISTORICAL CONTEXT BELT AND ROAD


INITIATIVE
N

SPECIAL ECONOMIC
CPEC ZONES (SEZS)
INTRODUCTIO
N
CHINA-PAKISTAN ECONOMIC
CORRIDOR

CPEC, which is flagship project under China The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is a transformative
Belt and road initiative , aims to develop a initiative that connects Gwadar Port in southwestern
Pakistan to China's Xinjiang region. Much like its historical
network of roads, railways, and energy
predecessor, the Silk Road, CPEC aims to foster economic
projects, ultimately linking China port in exchanges between East and West. However, CPEC is not
Pakistan just about roads and railways—it represents a broader
vision of economic development, regional stability, and
cultural exchange
HISTORICAL
CONTEXT
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AND o l o f
SILK a symb
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o a d s s o f
S ilk R e d n e e
T he n e c t e d t h
e r c o n il it a t
in t t f a c , a n d
the u r ie s , i
c u lt u r e
e
c e n t o d s , s . T h
Fo r o f g o in e n t e o f
n g e c on t e r is
c h a r o s s t h t h
ex g e a c a d w i
t s
w le d ilk R o i sh i
kn o h e S d i m in
e o f t n o t v iv e
c lin e d id t o r e
de e t r a d s ee k s in g
r it im P E C s itio n
ma a y , C s , p o t
. To d d n e s s B el
g a c y e c t e in a ’
le c o n n in C h
in t e r lin k
th a t u c i a l
c r
sa
Belt and Road
Initiative
WITHIN THIS FRAMEWORK, CPEC
SERVES AS A VITAL COMPONENT,
LINKING CHINA TO THE ARABIAN
SEA.

IT NOT ONLY OFFERS ECONOMIC


OPPORTUNITIES FOR BOTH
NATIONS BUT ALSO REPRESENTS A
COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO
INFRASTRUCTURE AND ENERGY
DEVELOPMENT
CPEC
Genesis of Components of
CPEC CPEC

CPEC is a joint venture between China


and Pakistan that emerged from The CPEC initiative is multifaceted. It
China’s broader Belt and Road vision. includes infrastructure projects like
It is designed to meet the strategic highways, energy initiatives such as
coal and solar power plants, and the
needs of both countries: China gains
establishment of economic zones.
a direct route to the Arabian Sea, and
These components work together to
Pakistan addresses some of its
bolster regional connectivity and
pressing infrastructure and energy
stimulate economic growth.
deficits.
Energy Infrastructure
projects Development

Energy security is a significant issue One of the cornerstones of CPEC is


for Pakistan, and CPEC addresses infrastructure development. Highways,
this through investments in coal, such as the Karakoram Highway, are
solar, wind, and hydroelectric being upgraded to enhance trade
power. These projects aim to close routes between China and Pakistan.
the energy gap and provide Railways and pipelines are also part of
sustainable solutions for Pakistan's the infrastructure push, facilitating the
growing energy needs. movement of goods and energy
resources.
Karot hydropower project Port Qasim
under CPEC to GENERATE ECO- Clean Energy
FRIENDLY, CHEAP ELECTRICITY. Power Plant Triumph: 610 MW
Wind Power…
under CPEC
Special Economic Zones
(SEZs)
Special Economic Zones, or SEZs
1 SEZs are geographically designated areas where economic
regulations differ from the rest of the country, aimed at
fostering industrial growth, attracting investment, and
creating jobs

Special Economic Zones (SEZs) along the CPEC route are set
up to attract both local and foreign investments. By creating

SEZs 2 opportunities for manufacturing, technology development, and


job creation, these zones play a crucial role in Pakistan's
industrialization

Gwadar Port, a deep-sea port located strategically on the Arabian

3
Sea, is key to CPEC. It reduces transportation costs for Chinese
goods and serves as a gateway for international trade. The port is
envisioned to become a major transshipment hub.
Gwadar
Port
Economic Socio-Cultural
Transformation Dynamics

• CPEC promises a significant • Beyond economics, CPEC also


economic transformation for fosters cultural exchange
Pakistan, enhancing trade, between China and Pakistan.
Increased interactions lead to
creating jobs, and
a deeper understanding of
boosting industrial
each other’s cultures.
output. The improved However, socio-cultural
connectivity through roads, challenges such as language
ports, and energy barriers and cultural
infrastructure has the differences need to be
potential to turn Pakistan into addressed for these benefits to
Socio-Economic Environmental Challenges and
• Disparities
CPEC’s success will depend on Considerations
• CPEC projects have •controversies
Challenges and controversies CPEC
how its benefits are
environmental impacts, is not without challenges. security
distributed. Ensuring that less- especially in sensitive areas. concerns, political opposition, and
developed regions also receive Conducting environmental environmental issues are some of
investments and economic assessments and implementing the significant hurdles. Addressing

opportunities is vital for sustainable practices are crucial these challenges will require

for balancing development with cooperation, transparency, and


reducing socio-economic
ecological preservation. sustainable policies
disparities within Pakistan.
Conclusion
CPEC is a modern manifestation
of the Silk Road—a symbol of
connectivity and shared
prosperity. It holds immense
promise for reshaping Pakistan’s
economic landscape, but it must
navigate complex challenges to
succeed. By focusing on
sustainability, inclusivity, and
eff ective governance, CPEC can
bring about transformative
Thank you
very
much!

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