CPEC 2.0 and Pakistan’s Journey Toward Industrialization and Maritime Growth

CPEC is driving Pakistan’s structural economic transition. By shifting focus from infrastructure to industrialization, value-added manufacturing, and maritime development, Pakistan is integrating into global supply chains and repositioning itself as a regional production hub.
UK Vows Support for $2 Trillion Pakistani Economy: Jane Marriott
![UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/mohaimin-shah-2025-04-17t173956-8171744893677-0.webp)
UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit.
Nepal’s Prime Minister Seeks Closer Ties with China
![Nepal's Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, pivots from India to China, seeking economic development and infrastructure projects through new ties. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/76TQ22KQIBNTPMHV36T6QVLUOM.webp)
Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli, pivots from India to China, seeking economic development and infrastructure projects through new ties.
Modi Visit to Nigeria: Indian PM Boosts Security and Economic Ties
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Modi visit to Nigeria enhances Indian-Nigerian ties, focusing on security collaboration, economic growth, and new investments.
Use of Afghan soil for terrorism must be stopped: PM

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif urges regional cooperation to stop use of Afghan soil for terrorism and enhance economic development.
Shared Destiny: Pak-Afghan Economic Connectivity

Pak-Afghan economic connectivity is just one piece of the broader puzzle of regional integration and connectivity, which in turn is dependent on peace in both countries. Ultimately, tapping their as yet unexplored economic potential can lead to a shared prosperous destiny and future.