China remains the largest official source of aid and credit to the developing world, having extended grants and loans totaling USD 1.34 trillion over a 22year period. However, 80% of China’s overseas lending portfolio in the developing world is currently supporting countries in financial distress with significant repayment and project performance risks.

In the latest Tabadlab Live, Dr Ammar A. Malik, Senior Research Scientist at AidData, delves into the recalibration of China's approach in light of emerging challenges concerning the Belt and Road Initiative. The discussion also explores the implications of these changes for Pakistan and seeks to answer how Pakistan can optimize its economic gains from Chinese investments in the wake of China's renewed strategy.

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