CPEC

LeT giving management training to Pakistani engineers: Sources

The engineers have reportedly been told to join China-Pakistan Economic Corridor once their training is finished and then give back a part of their monthly salary to the terrorist organisation.

Jun 21, 2018, 13:33 PM IST

'For China, by China, of China' not acceptable: Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad on Belt and Road Initiative

He had earlier warned that these Chinese projects are a debt trap for poorer countries.

Jun 20, 2018, 10:57 AM IST

To avoid China's debt trap, Malaysia to re-examine projects under Belt and Road Initiative

Malaysia's PM Mahatir Mohamad has said many countries have taken China's easy loans without thinking of how they will repay them.

Jun 06, 2018, 15:16 PM IST

Chinese engineer found dead inside embassy in Pakistan

China has repeatedly raised concerns over security provided to its workers in and by Pakistan.

Jun 04, 2018, 15:31 PM IST

China fears political instability in Pakistan could hurt CPEC

Pakistan has asked China for a fresh loan - that is its second request in two months, while the lack of political stability over several decades keep Chinese experts on tenterhooks.

May 30, 2018, 16:34 PM IST

Pakistan Army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa wants talks & peace, but India is not open to it: UK think tank

The commentary noted that Pakistan's prosperity is dependent on peace with India.

May 05, 2018, 12:47 PM IST

No fundamental difference on 'inter-connectivity' issue, we'll not push India on Belt and Road Initiative: China

China on Saturday said Beijing will "not be too hard" with New Delhi on the issue of the Belt and Road Initiative.

Apr 28, 2018, 19:27 PM IST

Military and debt servicing swallow more than half of Pakistan budget, only 15.2 percent for development

In 2018-19, Pakistan will borrow more than it will repay.

Apr 19, 2018, 00:21 AM IST

China's Belt and Road Initiative hits roadblock in 7 countries: Report

China`s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which aims to build a trade and infrastructure network connecting Asia with Europe and Africa along the ancient trade routes of Silk Road, has hit a roadblock in seven countries, according to a recent report.

Apr 15, 2018, 17:09 PM IST

Pakistan's CPEC port in Gwadar has more challenges than advantages: Report

Connectivity, higher transportation cost and services could prevent Gwadar from succeeding. And, of all things, it may be water that could be the biggest threat.

Apr 12, 2018, 20:25 PM IST

What friendship? Barred from red light areas, Chinese workers assault Pakistan policemen

Local cops in Pakistan reportedly refused permission for Chinese workers to visit a red light area without security cover. What followed was mayham.

Apr 06, 2018, 09:43 AM IST

Rift with US could push Pakistan deeper into China's grip: Report

Being put on the terrorism financing watchlist would lead to a drying up of foreign financing, which could push Islamabad further into China's embrace, which is already raising suspicions in Pakistan.

Mar 28, 2018, 18:29 PM IST

President Maithripala Sirisena gives Sri Lanka's thumbs up for CPEC in Pakistan: Report

According to an official statement, Maithripala Sirisena reportedly said CPEC is a promising sign for Pakistan's economic progress.

Mar 24, 2018, 11:02 AM IST

War not an option, bring India to negotiating table: Former Pak vice admiral

At a seminar which brought together diplomats, former military personnel, security analysts and professors, the need to avoid war cries against India and the need to make full use of Chinese friendship was highlighted.

Mar 23, 2018, 15:52 PM IST

India key to CPEC's success: Pakistan's new political tactic

India is opposed to CPEC as it passes through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK)

Mar 23, 2018, 12:09 PM IST

CPEC impact: Growing Chinese influence may be driving Western investors away from Pakistan, say reports

High-ranking Pakistani official acknowledges that there is fear among Western investors that China could be given preferential treatment.

Mar 22, 2018, 11:21 AM IST

CPEC now threatens to destroy our industry by lifting import tariffs, say Pakistani officials

Pakistan slashed import tariffs on 6000 items. Now, there is no need for China to manufacture them in Pakistan, posing a threat to the SEZs set up along CPEC.

Mar 21, 2018, 20:04 PM IST

CPEC mess: Chinese company building Gwadar Port operating in Pakistan illegally, lawmakers told

A high-level parliamentary committee has ordered an investigation into the company building and operating Gwadar Port.

Mar 14, 2018, 11:40 AM IST

Join us, don't fight us: Iran invites Pakistan to be part of Chabahar project with India

Pakistan has repeatedly expressed concerns over India's involvement in the development of Chabahar Port for geopolitical reasons as well as the threat to its Gwadar Port project.

Mar 13, 2018, 10:34 AM IST