Turkey, Iran and Pakistan agreed to resume the Istanbul-Tehran-Islamabad and increase connectivity from Eastern Mediterranean Sea to South Asia.
New railway line between Istanbul, Tehran and Islamabad in 2021
The New Silk Road on Screen
From 11 to 16 October 2020, was held the 7th Silk Road International Film Festival (SRIFF) in Xi’an, Shaanxi: an example of the cultural BRI.
Iran and the CPEC
What does the future Iran-China agreement mean for the CPEC? Can Iran, Pakistan and China cooperate on this development programme?
Turkey ready to join the CPEC
On February 13 and 14, 2020, Turkish President Erdogan conducted a state visit to Pakistan and stated that Turkey was ready to join the CPEC.
Russia and China working on the BRI in Syria
Syria may soon benefit from both Russian and Chinese investment for its reconstruction, and it will start in the port of Tartus.
Call for Conference: Belt and Road Summit 2020, 15 & 16 April, Dubai
The Belt and Road Summit 2020 will take place in Dubai, UAE on 18 & 19 March 2020. This event will highlight the role of Dubai in the New Silk Road.
The BRI, a renaissance for Iraq?
Iraq will soon join the BRI in order to develop relations with China. The BRi will help for the reconstruction of Iraq and stability in Middle East.
New ties between the CPEC and Iran
On April 21, 2019, Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan made a historic visit to Iran and met with President Hassan Rouhani and pledged to support the BRI.
NEOM and the BRI
Saudi’s NEOM may become a hub for the Belt and Road Initiative.
DP World suing China Merchants: a sign of good health for the BRI?
Emirati group DP World filed a lawsuit against China Merchants Port Holdings in the High Court of Hong Kong.