Book launching ceremony on ‘China- Pakistan Economic Corridor: A Decade of Transformation across Pakistan: Regional Impacts and Progress’ to be held on Thursday

ISLAMABAD, Oct 16 (SABAH): Centre for BRI and China Studies at Institute of Peace and Diplomatic Studies, Pakistan and Pakistan Research Center at Inner Mongolia Honder College of Arts and Sciences, China in collaboration with Riphah Institute of Public Policy, Riphah International University jointly organizing Launch Ceremony of Book on China- Pakistan Economic Corridor: A Decade of Transformation across Pakistan: Regional Impacts and Progress” on Thursday 17th October 2024 at 2 PM at Riphah Institute of Public Policy, Ground Floor, Evacuee Trust Building next to Islamabad Marriott Hotel. 

The book explores the diverse regions, from the mountainous terrain of Gilgit-Baltistan to the picturesque valleys of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. It explores the specific opportunities and challenges these areas face, shedding light on the potential for economic revitalization and increased tourism.

Additionally, the book examines the socioeconomic changes in provinces like Sindh and Punjab during the initial phase of CPEC, highlighting the challenges..

The book further zooms in on specific projects and initiatives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan, dissecting the opportunities, challenges, and potential trajectories for CPEC-driven development in these historically complex regions. Culminating in a vision for the future, the book celebrates the ten- year partnership between China and Pakistan under BRI, particularly emphasizing South Punjab’s emergence as a potential gateway to regional progress and shared prosperity. 

Through this comprehensive exploration, readers gain a deeper understanding of the evolving impacts of CPEC across Pakistan’s economic, social, and regional landscapes, equipping them to assess its progress and potential critically.