Bangladesh and China have inked billions worth of infrastructure deals, marking the visit of Primd Minister Sheikh Hasina to Beijing. Investment from China promises advantages, but many remain concerned over Dhaka’s reliance on Chinese money, says a new report Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s official visit to China last week seemingly succeeded in bolstering …
Sri Lanka lies in a strategically advantageous position between Europe and East Asia, along major shipping lanes, with easy access to West Asia, Africa and India. And it has the potential to become an Indian Ocean hub of trade, manufacturing, tourism and services. But reality check shows a different picture The Sri Lankan economy grew …
Key Points <> India chose not to attend the recent Belt and Road Forum in Beijing, citing fiscal reservations. <>It is believed that the debt that would be generated would be unsustainable. <> Pakistan and other countries are valid examples of that understanding. It could be argued, therefore, that at this point at least, India …