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By Qaiser Nawab As the Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development (BRISD), my travels often lead me to destinations that are steeped in history and promise. Yet, my recent visit to Gansu, and specifically to the ancient city of Dunhuang, has profoundly impacted me in ways I did not expect. This was my first time visiting Gansu, a region that sits at the crossroads of China’s cultural and historical heritage, where the East and West have long converged, and I have to admit—I’ve fallen in love. The Silk Road, an ancient network of trade routes, is…

By Qaiser Nawab In April 2025, the Chinese government released a white paper titled “China’s Position on Some Issues Concerning China-U.S. Economic and Trade Relations.” While such state-issued documents are often dismissed as diplomatic posturing, this one stands out — not for its rhetoric, but for the economic clarity it offers. Beneath the diplomatic language lies a compelling truth: the ongoing trade war driven by the United States has failed to deliver strategic gains and instead has inflicted economic harm on all involved — especially on American households and industries. Interdependence For years, Washington has framed U.S.-China economic ties as…

Shanghai April 14, 2025 – Prof. Dr. Guo Dingping, esteemed Professor at the School of International Relations and Public Affairs, Fudan University, hosted an exclusive dinner in honor of Mr. Qaiser Nawab, Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development (BRISD), and Mr. Qiu Xin (Stefano Qiu), Director of BRISD Italy and President Esecutivo. The gathering was also graced by the presence of Associate Professor Dr. Jing Liao, Deputy Director of the Multilingual Center at Fudan University. The evening featured engaging and thought-provoking discussions on a wide range of strategic and contemporary topics including the Belt and Road…

By Wang Kai The Trump Administration’s ambitious plan to revive America’s declined shipbuilding sector by imposing high port fees on Chinese-built vessels has left industry players in a precarious situation. If implemented, this measure would impact 98% of ships calling at U.S. ports, increasing costs by $600 to $800 each container, as per the World Shipping Council (WSC). At the public hearings held by the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) last week on the proposed tariffs aimed at restoring U.S. dominance in maritime trade, American port managers and international shipping organizations warn of unintended consequences that would cost jobs and…

By Hadia Safeer Choudhry As the world stumbles along the fragile path of post-pandemic economic recovery, one nation’s unilateral decisions continue to rattle the global order. The United States, under the banner of “America First,” has reignited protectionist trade policies that are not only destabilizing its own economy but are also dealing a severe blow to its long-standing economic partners—particularly the European Union. In its 2024 Economic Outlook, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) warned that escalating global trade tensions could undermine the already subdued global growth outlook. The OECD projects global GDP growth to fall to 3.1%…

Gansu, China – Mr. Qaiser Nawab, Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development (BRISD), participated as the Guest of Honour and delivered a keynote speech on “The Role of Digital Marketing in Promoting Cultural Tourism in Gansu under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)” at the 2025 Gansu Silk Road International Conference. The conference, hosted by the Gansu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, saw the participation of over 1000 delegates, including tourism industry experts, digital media professionals, travel influencers, and cultural ambassadors. In his speech, Mr. Nawab emphasized the transformative power of digital marketing in enhancing…

Lanzhou Gansu April 06, 2025— Qaiser Nawab, Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development (BRISD), attended a special dinner reception as Guest of Honor in Lanzhou, Gansu, where he had the chance to meet with Dr. He Xiaozu, Party Secretary and Director General of the Gansu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, and Mrs. Gong Jiajia, Vice Director General, along with other prominent figures from the tourism industry. During the reception, Nawab appreciated the warm hospitality and the opportunity to connect with various experts and business leaders in the tourism sector. He highlighted Gansu’s potential to be…

Islamabad, March 2025— Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development (BRISD) Qaiser Nawab, along with H.E. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Pakistan, Deputy Chairman Senate Senator Seydal Khan, and Chairman of the Silk Road Culture Center Jamal Shah, jointly inaugurated the “Esthetic Bridges: China-Pakistan Friendship Art Exhibition” at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) through a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The exhibition, featuring the creative works of renowned Chinese artist Yang Xiaoyang and prominent Pakistani artist Jamal Shah, reflects the shared cultural legacy and ever-growing friendship between Pakistan and China. On the…

By Liu Qiyu A truly inclusive digital future requires collaboration, mutual learning, and a shared vision—where technology is not just for the few, but for all. As developed and emerging economies alike seek to leverage technology for sustainable growth, an increasingly relevant question is: Can China’s technology contribute to a more inclusive global digital future? Expanding Access China has integrated technology into its national priorities, with tech exports, cross-border collaboration, and digital infrastructure projects playing a growing role in its global engagement. One of the most notable areas where China is contributing to a more inclusive digital economy is affordable…

By Malik Nadeem Akhtar A PwC report on China’s investment opportunities released on Sunday highlights immense investment and growth potential in China’s consumption upgrading, identifying key areas for growth in the consumer market. “In 2024, China’s GDP grew by 5%, adding an increment equal to the total economic output of a mid-sized country,” the report notes, stressing the expansion of premium consumption among youth, rising demand from rural areas, and broadening grey-haired generation as key drivers of growth in China’s consumer market. Earlier this month, China unveiled special initiatives to further boost consumption, outlining actions to increase urban and rural…