INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT (IJHSD)
EXPANDING INFLUENCE OF CHINA AND REGIONAL CONNECTIVITY
E-ISSN: 2133 - 3762
P-ISSN: 3224 - 7786
DOI: https://iigdpublishers.com/journals/131
China is increasing its influence in the Sea of Southern China by asserting ownership over a significant portion of its islands and constructing man-made islands within the region. In addition, it is investing in projects under the Belt and Road measure (BRI) worldwide. China's economic and military influences have experienced a substantial increase in recent years. However, its actions in the region have elicited mixed responses. Certain nations have embraced Chinese investment and infrastructure initiatives, while others have raised apprehensions regarding China's territorial assertions in the Sea of Southern China and its assertive conduct towards nearby nations. This paper aims to analyze the effects of BRI on the economies of Southeast Asian (ASRAN) nations. Additionally, it will explore the potential implications of this initiative for regional security and stability. Furthermore, the paper will investigate how China may use the BRI as an alternative trade route in the event of a conflict in the Sea of Southern China. The study will also examine how other major powers, including the United States, have influenced the regional order. The paper's ultimate goal is to offer a detailed and subtle comprehension of China's involvement in Southeast Asia and how it could potentially affect the dynamics of the region.
ABDUL RASHID QADRI PhD & SADAF BUTT
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