In this episode of New Wave History, Professor Hassan H. Karrar walks us through decades of Chinese interventions, the Belt and Road Initiative, and the rise of China as a global economic powerhouse. From the revival of the Silk Road to the transformation of bazaars in Central Asia, the podcast explores how China is reshaping global connectivity, infrastructure, and soft power. We also talked about the geopolitical implications, India’s concerns, and the potential for a new Eurasian partnership. Listen to a fresh conversation about investment, development, and the future of Asia.

Chapters:

00:40 What exactly is BRI?

2:24 Explaining the similarities and differences between Silk Route and BRI (Belt & Road Initiative)

9:10 Beyond infrastructure and economic nationalism, to what extent does China use the Belt an ...