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201943 minPGdocumentary

Geopolitics Trade

The New Silk Road, Part 1: From China to Pakistan

201943 minPGdocumentary

The New Silk Road connects China to the West through a vast infrastructure project.

Geopolitics Trade

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The New Silk Road, Part 1: From China to Pakistan

2019• 43 minPG

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The New Silk Road connects China to the West through a vast infrastructure project.

Synopsis

The New Silk Road is a mammoth project that aims to connect China with the West through an extensive network of infrastructure. This documentary highlights China's geopolitical ambitions and self-interest in the initiative. Beijing promotes the New Silk Road as a benefit for all, yet the film reveals the complexities behind this megaproject. Reporters travel by sea and land to showcase the roads, railways, ports, and airports that link Asia and Europe. The documentary contrasts the legendary old Silk Road with the tangible developments of the New Silk Road, emphasizing its significance in modern geopolitics.

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