Belt and Road Initiative

In the last 8 hours
Forum discusses empowering modernization with journalism CGTN14:25
Earlier today
Belt and Road Journalists Forum discusses empowering modernization with journalism Xinhua Agency12:13
Central Asia Attracts $25 Billion, as China’s Belt and Road Investment Hits Half-Year Record The Astana Times06:48
'BRI states must adopt diversified supply chain' The Express Tribune04:45
Yesterday
China reports robust trade, investment with Belt and Road countries Xinhua Agency07:35 18-Jul-25
Kazakhstan tops China's Belt and Road investment with $23 bln as BRI spending hits record Interfax-Kazakhstan06:13 18-Jul-25
Overseas Chinese join Belt and Road Initiative Xinhua Agency03:49 18-Jul-25
China’s Expanding Strategic Footprint in Libya: Energy, Infrastructure, and a New Gateway to Europe (1) Libya Tribune02:06 18-Jul-25
In the last 7 days
Croatian Foreign Minister to Visit China to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation The Dubrovnik Times14:36 17-Jul-25
The Quad Connectivity: Navigating Challenges and Countering the BRI Observer Research Foundation06:51 17-Jul-25
Risks and rewards of Beijing's BRI Bangkok Post23:05 16-Jul-25
Egypt’s Embrace of China Warrants a Harder U.S. Line on Military Aid Foundation for Defense of Democracies15:55 16-Jul-25
ACU studies Chinese anti-corruption strategies: ‘Swat Tigers’, ‘Slap Flies’, ‘Hunt Foxes’ The Phnom Penh Post07:14 16-Jul-25
CPEC, BRI & SCO: A New Emerging Triangle of Geo-Economics Pakistan Observer21:00 15-Jul-25
Is dirty Chinese money undermining Canada’s Arctic?: Pauline Springer for Inside Policy Macdonald-Laurier Institute18:44 15-Jul-25
Further Collaboration with the ASEAN Market -- Hong Kong as a Hub for High-Quality Projects along the Belt and Road Hong Kong Standard02:34 15-Jul-25
Iran an important partner in One Belt, One Road initiative: China Railway general manager Tehran Times13:15 14-Jul-25
Third Asia+ Festival convenes stellar line-up of artists showcasing artistic gems around world The Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Press Release)11:50 14-Jul-25
Beyond roads and railways what 12 years of BRI have built Global Institute For Tomorrow09:38 14-Jul-25
Hong Kong aims to increase flights to Asean, Middle East under belt and road plan Bangkok Post09:03 14-Jul-25
Beyond roads and railways: What 12 years of Belt and Road Initiative have built Global Institute For Tomorrow08:30 14-Jul-25
One Belt One Road: What’s Next in the New Multi-Polar World Order? Global Institute For Tomorrow08:16 14-Jul-25
China Seeks to Expel U.S. Forces from Middle East with Egyptian and Iranian Backing Modern Diplomacy05:06 14-Jul-25
‘More Asean, Middle East flights needed for Hong Kong under belt and road plan’ South China Morning Post02:04 14-Jul-25
Expert: Kuwait to revive global trade role through partnership with China Kuwait Times19:31 12-Jul-25
Inner Mongolia Night & Award Ceremony of Silk Road Online Curating Promotion Celebrates… TravelDailyNews Asia05:32 12-Jul-25
Global Times: Xiamen Port, powered by high-tech, thrives with 'Silk Road Maritime'… PR Newswire (Press Release)04:35 12-Jul-25
Egypt's former leader discusses China's Gci, BRI CGTN01:01 12-Jul-25
In the last month
A letter to President Xi from Kenyan student CGTN12:07 11-Jul-25
Module 2: China’s environmental journey Dialogue Earth15:09 10-Jul-25
Module 1: What is Global China? Dialogue Earth15:06 10-Jul-25
TIA highlights success of visit to China as part of an SA Ministerial delegation Engineering News14:11 10-Jul-25
Premier Li: China eyes deeper Belt and Road cooperation with Egypt CGTN13:42 10-Jul-25
China eyes deeper Belt and Road cooperation with Egypt -- premier Xinhua Agency12:30 10-Jul-25
Urgent: China eyes deeper Belt and Road cooperation with Egypt -- premier Xinhua Agency10:59 10-Jul-25
International journalists explore development of China's Xinjiang People's Daily10:17 10-Jul-25
China Focus: International journalists explore development of China's Xinjiang Xinhua Agency09:48 10-Jul-25
Echoes of Confucius: Civilizations rooted in dialogue CGTN08:05 10-Jul-25
Lily Unpacks | Tianjin, home of the Luban Workshop People's Daily07:34 10-Jul-25
How Washington Is Ceding Its Geoeconomic Edge to China American Enterprise Institute06:17 10-Jul-25
Exclusive with Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko CGTN05:23 10-Jul-25
BRICS expands cooperation as Belt and Road drives global infrastructure push Helsinki Times10:32 9-Jul-25
Behind the scenes: What gives voice to China-Central Asia relics? CGTN09:44 9-Jul-25
Interview: Egypt-China cooperation a "win-win" for shared growth, says Egypt's ex-PM People's Daily08:35 9-Jul-25
Beijing’s Push for a Sino-Centric Asia is Cracking Southeast Asia’s Hedging Game War on the Rocks08:31 9-Jul-25
HK deepening connections with Asean: Nicholas Ho RTHK04:53 9-Jul-25
CPEC-BRI and the Turkic States: Strategic Synergy Ahead Pakistan Observer21:30 8-Jul-25
Armenia interior minister to China ambassador: Belt and Road, Crossroads of Peace initiatives… News.am13:17 8-Jul-25
Armenia open to linking ‘Crossroads of Peace’ with China’s ‘Belt and Road’ – FM Public Radio of Armenia06:38 8-Jul-25
Premier Li's Egypt visit highlights growing Sino-Egyptian ties CGTN06:23 8-Jul-25
“The ‘Crossroads of Peace’ Fully Aligns with the ‘Belt and Road’ Vision,” Says Mirzoyan MassisPost.com22:18 7-Jul-25
Brazil opens door to Chinese AI investment while avoiding Belt and Road bne IntelliNews18:24 7-Jul-25
FM: Armenia’s Crossroads of Peace initiative completely coincides with One Belt, One Road vision News.am14:12 7-Jul-25
The East-West Gate (EWG) intermodal terminal: A strategic hub for global logistics RailFreight.com10:15 7-Jul-25
31st Lanzhou investment and trade fair draws global participation People's Daily01:37 7-Jul-25
Hong Kong Airlines launching 5x flights to Xi’an Asian Aviation23:11 6-Jul-25
China ready to boost trade, investment with Ethiopia -- Premier Li CGTN18:47 6-Jul-25
China ready to promote flagship Belt and Road project, boost trade, investment with Ethiopia -- Premier Li Xinhua Agency16:36 6-Jul-25
Chinese premier calls for promoting true multilateralism CGTN16:25 6-Jul-25
Urgent: China ready to promote flagship Belt and Road project, boost trade, investment with Ethiopia, says Premier Li Xinhua Agency15:04 6-Jul-25
Colombia deepens ties to BRICS CGTN America18:15 5-Jul-25
BRICS Youth Talk: Empowering Chinese talent through BRICS cooperation CGTN06:44 5-Jul-25
News Analysis: China's Xinjiang is more dynamic, attractive amid increasing openness Xinhua Agency13:56 4-Jul-25
WIC briefs media on Digital Silk Road Development Forum PR Newswire (Press Release)10:20 4-Jul-25
Sansha links Silk Road civilizations via S. China Sea cultural relics CGTN06:05 4-Jul-25
China’s advanced digital culture interests Fiji delegate Fiji Times22:38 3-Jul-25
Delegates visit landmarks Fiji Times22:27 3-Jul-25
Digital strategy showcased in China Fiji Times22:17 3-Jul-25
China to host Digital Silk Road Development Forum in time-honored port city Xinhua Agency14:49 3-Jul-25
Chinese ancient bronzeware hub Baoji City promotes cultural exchanges in Kazakhstan PR Newswire (Press Release)13:54 3-Jul-25
Xinhua Silk Road: 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo opens in E. China's Linyi PR Newswire (Press Release)10:14 3-Jul-25
Working together for Belt and Road science and technology community People's Daily04:22 3-Jul-25
Has the China Free Trade Agreement Paid Off for Serbia? chinaobservers01:02 3-Jul-25
What is happening between Azerbaijan and Russia: A struggle for corridors News.az10:28 2-Jul-25
BRI at 12: What's Next for China's Global Infrastructure Vision? CGTN09:21 2-Jul-25
Learning from China’s digital journey Fiji Times06:37 2-Jul-25
Research Report on China-Indonesia Mangrove Protection under the Belt and Road Initiative Based … TravelDailyNews Asia11:04 1-Jul-25
Azerbaijan — China: Geopolitics on rails The Middle Corridor amid global logistics turmoil Caliber.AZ09:49 1-Jul-25
The New Great Game: Sino-American strategic competition in Pakistan India Today23:02 30-Jun-25
Hong Kong: Bridging Business Opportunities under the Belt and Road Initiative DGAP12:05 30-Jun-25
A road less Chinese? India may find a strategic path through Kazakhstan The Economic Times09:30 30-Jun-25
Crossing The Divides: China’s Gamble To Bring CPEC To Afghanistan – OpEd Eurasia Review02:40 30-Jun-25
Solomon Islands Media Professionals Gain Insightful Experience Of China’s Media, Culture, And Mesmeric Growth Scoop11:01 28-Jun-25
Michael Hudson: The U.S. Empire’s Plan for Global Domination naked capitalism10:53 28-Jun-25
China and Ecuador deepen bilateral ties Mercopress19:59 27-Jun-25
Mirzoyan links BRI to peace project PanARMENIAN.Net15:39 27-Jun-25
"Tang Vogue Beyond the Horizons: A Golden Era of Multicultural Integration and Openness" exhibition opens (with photos) The Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Press Release)12:43 27-Jun-25
Chinese Ambassador to Tanzania Chen Mingjian Attends the Official Opening of the Magufuli Bridge in Mwanza Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China08:52 27-Jun-25
Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Participates in… African Press Organization07:54 27-Jun-25
China, Ecuador sign cooperation plan on promoting Belt and Road Initiative People's Daily06:27 27-Jun-25
Sunlight Powering a Shared Aspiration CGTN19:50 26-Jun-25
Mesarovic: FTA with China foundation of bilateral economic cooperation Tanjug18:01 26-Jun-25
AQ Podcast | BRICS and China’s Influence in Latin America Americas Quarterly16:41 26-Jun-25
Modi visits Zagreb: Croatia’s dreams of a Mediterranean hub Centre for Eastern Studies (OSW)13:00 26-Jun-25
Commissioner for Belt and Road leads delegation to Indonesia and Malaysia to promote Hong Kong's professional services The Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Press Release)10:55 26-Jun-25
Kyrgyz PM Highlights Belt and Road as Strategic Priority The Times of Central Asia14:52 25-Jun-25
China Pushes for Belt and Road Progress in War-Torn Myanmar The Irrawaddy13:22 25-Jun-25
Why Are BRI Projects in Nepal Stalled? The Diplomat06:07 25-Jun-25
Transformative force Pakistan Observer21:00 24-Jun-25
Countering China’s Economic Warfare The Heritage Foundation19:07 24-Jun-25
Colombia’s China Pivot Raises U.S. Concerns Americas Quarterly12:38 24-Jun-25
China, Central Asia Expand Green Energy Cooperation Under Belt And Road Initiative Power Online08:51 24-Jun-25
Chinese Ambassador to Mauritius Huang Shifang Attends the Seminar “New Silk Road, New perspective for China and… Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China13:00 23-Jun-25
CATL Chairman and CEO Robin Zeng Outlines Vision for Global Zero-Carbon Transition and Deeper… PR Newswire (Press Release)10:15 23-Jun-25
Exploring cultural richness of 'pearl of Silk Road' Kashgar People's Daily07:11 23-Jun-25
Forums on China-Central Asia cooperation development, Silk Road int'l communication held in Astana Xinhua Agency22:43 22-Jun-25
Commissioner for Belt and Road to lead delegation to Indonesia and Malaysia The Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Press Release)05:07 22-Jun-25
Certifying a Chinese Security Invasion; Boosting Ties With Nuclear North Korea; and More The Irrawaddy18:19 21-Jun-25
Heartwarming film wins universal praise during Belt and Road Film Week SHINE13:06 21-Jun-25
Trilateral Unity for Eurasia: How the Azerbaijan–Türkiye–Pakistan alliance is reshaping regional geopolitics – EXPERT Azerbaijan State News Agency10:04 21-Jun-25
A new direction for the Trans-Caspian route Middle Corridor set for explosive growth Caliber.AZ09:26 21-Jun-25
Belt and Road Film Week concludes with Shanghai tours and awards CGTN08:49 21-Jun-25
China’s ‘World Bank’ wants to set up shop in Britain Politico EU15:20 20-Jun-25
Yunnan and South Asia usher in a new era of cooperation CGTN13:44 20-Jun-25
President Ilham Aliyev orders approval of cooperation plan with China under Belt and Road Initiative Azerbaijan State News Agency12:18 20-Jun-25

      
            
      
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Latest news on Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China's global infrastructure program, investments, partnerships and international impact.

Launched in 2013 by Chinese President Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road Initiative represents China's ambitious plan to connect Asia with Africa and Europe via land and maritime networks. With investments exceeding £1 trillion across more than 150 countries, the BRI aims to boost trade flows and spur economic growth across Asia, Africa and parts of Europe.

Recent developments show China refocusing its BRI strategy towards higher-quality projects with greater emphasis on sustainability. The initiative has faced scrutiny over debt sustainability concerns, with several participating nations renegotiating terms of their infrastructure loans. China has responded by introducing its Global Development Initiative and Green Silk Road frameworks to address these criticisms while continuing to expand its influence.

The human dimension of BRI projects manifests in local communities adapting to new infrastructure. In countries like Pakistan, Kenya and Serbia, Chinese-built railways, ports and highways have transformed daily life while stirring debates about cultural impacts and labour practices. Local workforce training programs and community engagement initiatives are increasingly highlighted as China seeks to improve the initiative's image.

Historically, the BRI evokes China's ancient Silk Road trading routes, but operates in a dramatically different geopolitical landscape. What began as primarily infrastructure-focused has evolved to encompass digital connectivity, health services and green energy projects. This expansion reflects China's growing confidence in shaping international norms and institutions alongside its economic reach.

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