Gwadar Port

Why China’s attempt to set up more military bases abroad may run into rough weather

The rising global power China is using its surplus funds, offering financial inducements and using its Belt and Road Initiative to extend influence and acquire military bases abroad

Economic catalyst or corridor of discontent? Why Gwadar locals don't like China-led development

Hopes of Gwadar emerging as a ‘game changer’ for the economy remain elusive, while Pakistan sips from the ‘golden chalice’ of Chinese benevolence

China to invest $1 billion in development projects in Pakistan to boost bilateral ties, says Beijing's envoy to Islamabad

China is planning to invest $ one billion in development projects in Pakistan, Beijing's envoy in Islamabad has said, as the two all-weather allies seek to further boost bilateral ties.

IMF's $6 bn loan to Pakistan may end up supporting its terror infrastructure instead of salvaging its sinking economy

IMF loan has been given to Pakistan for improving the management of public enterprises, strengthening institutions, combating financing of terrorism efforts, among other things

Imran Khan says Pakistan's ties with India 'only problem' for peace in region, expresses hope for 'civilised relationship' after polls

Imran Khan also said Pakistan hopes that the political solution in Afghanistan will succeed and the war-ravaged country attains stability.

India takes over part of Chabahar Port operations; commercial activities begin as first cargo ship carrying corn arrives

The first phase of the Chabahar Port was inaugurated in December 2017 by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, opening a new strategic route connecting Iran, India and Afghanistan bypassing Pakistan.

China and Pakistan to start bus service from Xinjiang to Gwador Port under CPEC; route to be launched on 13 Nov

A new bus service will be launched between Pakistan and China under the flagship China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project to facilitate easier travel between the two countries, according to media reports.

Saudi Arabia's oil refinery in Gwadar likely to threaten Chabahar port, make China part of Tehran and Riyadh war

Islamabad's latest move was inviting the oil-rich Saudi for investments in the Gwadar refinery and mines in Balochistan.

Saudi Arabia's oil refinery in Gwadar threatens China, may increase risk of Arab nation's face-off with Iran

Pakistan's latest announcement about Saudi Arabia's investment in an oil refinery at the port city of Gwadar has set alarm bells ringing in the international arena.

Saudi Arabia may not be part of CPEC, but Pakistan set to use Kingdom to offset growing Chinese debt

Beijing continued to believe that Islamabad would remain loyal to China for the CPEC windfall without hesitation. This has become unsustainable now.