Study of China Pakistan Economic Corridor: Status of Implementation and Future Prospects

Donor: CHIP Training & Consulting Pvt. Ltd. (CTC) (World Bank Group)

Locale: China, with Travel to sites in Xinjiang

Duration: 18th May 2018-31st March 2019

Team Members: Dr. Vaqar Ahmed, Engr. Arshad H. Abbasi

Introduction:

The said assignment relates to extending the professional research services for Study of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor:  Status of Implementation and Future Prospects.

Activities:
Stocktaking of CPEC Projects and Impact Assessments.
Assessment of Hardware and Software Connectivity.
Trade and Investment Opportunities connecting Demand and Supply.
Assessment if Financial Sustainability, Debt Management and Capacity Building.
Detailed assessment of Special Economic Zones.
Assessment to check impact of CPEC on jobs creation, skills development, and improvement in Pakistan livelihood.
Status: Ongoing