China’s CPEC Expansion to Afghanistan: Implications for India and Regional Geopolitics
Why Is This Newsworthy ? China recently hosted a trilateral dialogue with Pakistan and Afghanistan, during which all parties agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan. This move marks a significant shift in regional geopolitics and has far-reaching implications for connectivity, security, and diplomacy in Asia. What Is the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) ? Launched in 2015, the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a strategic part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). It aims to connect China’s Xinjiang province to Pakistan’s Gwadar Port through a 3,000 [...]