An Examination of Chinese Interests in Pakistan from a Regional Perspective
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.62843/jrsr/2023.37905Keywords:
China, Pakistan, Regional Perspective, International Politics, EconomyAbstract
This study aims to examine the manner and level of Chinese interests in Pakistan. The study tries to comprehend the existing level of cordiality between China and Pakistan by analyzing their approach to actively seeking new markets in the region. While Pakistan has consistently prioritized maintaining a friendly relationship with China as a fundamental aspect of its foreign policy, the process of transforming this friendship into a formal cooperation has been difficult due to their shared interests. In the realm of international politics, the connection between nations is an intricate interplay of practical national interests, which are diverse and subject to change in response to shifting regional and global circumstances. Given their shared political, economic, and strategic objectives, both Pakistan and China are prioritizing the protection of their mutual interests. This paper will examine the widely held belief that China is unavoidable by avoiding the opposite viewpoint. The common risks and problems encountered by both nations are the primary factors that unite them in terms of security, political, economic, and strategic aspects.
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