IMEC, Regional Fragmentation, and the Limits of Global Connectivity
May 29, 2026
IMEC reflects India’s ambition to become a global connectivity hub, but without stability in South Asia, no corridor can transform Eurasia.
IMEC reflects India’s ambition to become a global connectivity hub, but without stability in South Asia, no corridor can transform Eurasia.
Pakistan emerged as a key mediator between Washington and Tehran, playing a central role in the ceasefire and the resumption of dialogue.
The Luzon Economic Corridor highlights the Philippines’ growing role as a strategic Indo-Pacific hub through international partnerships.
Panda bonds are accelerating the internationalization of the yuan by giving foreign issuers direct access to China’s financial markets.
The rivalry between China’s BRI and IMEC is reshaping global geopolitics around the control of strategic corridors and supply chains.
Pakistan and Iran have recently launched a strategic land corridor transforming regional trade toward Central Asia.
Europe can support Pakistan’s economic recovery, but only if domestic reforms ensure a stable and credible environment to attract investment.
Great power rivalry now unfolds through control of trade routes and infrastructure, where connectivity equals both power and vulnerability.
The China–Gwadar–Africa corridor aims to strengthen connectivity between Asia and Africa while developing a sustainable blue economy.
Global economic stability and growth largely depend on constructive economic dialogue between the United States and China.