What is CPEC between China and Pakistan?

CPEC is intended to rapidly upgrade Pakistan’s required infrastructure and strengthen its economy by the construction of modern transportation networks, numerous energy projects, and special economic zones.

Can you drive a right hand drive car in China?

In Hong Kong, almost every car drives on the left with the driver sitting in the right-hand side of the vehicle. In China, and indeed many other countries, the driver sits on the left and traffic drives on the right. In China, and any other country that drivers on the right, they are on the right-hand side of the road.

How CPEC will benefit Pakistan?

In addition to the economic corridor, CPEC in Pakistan will include energy projects, infrastructure development, industrialization, and the expansion and improvement of Gwadar Port. These analyses indicate that CPEC has the potential to boost Pakistan’s economy, making the country a regional economic hub.

Is CPEC a game changer for Pakistan?

The Minister said CPEC is a game changer project not only for Pakistan, but also for the entire region, based on the idea of shared development. He said majority of the projects planned in the construction, infrastructure and energy sectors have been carried out successfully and many are in the execution stage.

Why was Gwadar chosen for Cpec?

Improved access to western China Planned investments in Gwadar Port as part of CPEC will improve connectivity to the restive Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, thereby increasing the region’s potential to attract public and private investment.

Is Cpec finished?

Under Construction Projects Groundbreaking held by Prime Minister on 29th March 2019. Construction work started on 31st October 2019. Expected completion date: March 2023.

Why do different countries drive on different sides of the road?

The practice is believed to date back to ancient Rome. Romans steered their carts and chariots with the left hand, to free up the right so they could use weapons to defend against enemy attacks. This carried over into medieval Europe and in 1773, the British government passed measures to make left-hand traffic the law.

Which side of the road does Pakistan drive on?

Here people drive on the left side of the road because Pakistan is a former British colony. Though, sometimes, people prefer to drive on the right-side of the road.

Is CPEC a debt trap?

Conclusions. There are clearly huge concerns about China’s debt trap brought by the CPEC project. However, with strong support from the most powerful Pakistani domestic actors, the project is still largely intact.

How will CPEC boost Pakistan economy?

CPEC investment in transport infrastructure will boost the trade within Pakistan and increase trade and economic cooperation with China. Pakistan will shift the trade routes with China and other countries from sea and air to cheapest land transportation.