USA's Strategic Response to CPEC and Its Implications for Regional Stability

Abstract

The China Pakistan Economic Corridor serves as a transformative force, playing a significant role in the strategic balance of power between the United States and China. In contemporary times, the establishment of such corridors is contributing to the formation of new political and economic blocs worldwide. A prominent illustration of this phenomenon is the One Belt One Road /CPEC initiative, which is poised to link the Middle East and South Asia to Europe, Central Asia, and Africa. This comprehensive development initiative not only enhances economic and strategic ties amongst the South Asian nations, thereby contributing to broader economic and strategic objectives. This study aims to elucidate the strategic interests and objectives of US in South Asia, thereby analyzing the evolving geostrategic dynamics of the region. To find out answer to the questions qualitative method has been used. It is concluded that CPEC has not only fostered new channels for regional collaboration, enabling the pursuit of economic interests by involved stakeholders, but also amplified the likelihood of conflict among these entities