Abstract
Energy reserves are remaking the geopolitical map in Eurasian region. The end
of Cold War and disintegration of the USSR was a paradigm shift in
international politics and the USA emerged as the sole global power. The six
predominantly Muslims` states of the Central Eurasian region of former
USSR attracted the world primarily for its vast hydrocarbon reserves. When
the People’s Republic of China (PRC) came into existence, Mao Zedong
adopted the policy of self- reliance while his successor Deng Xiaoping opted for
opening to the outside world. The economic reforms of Deng Xiaoping paved the
way for making China the world`s fastest growing economy. Keeping in view
China’s energy requirements Central Asian region got special significance for
the PRC. By investing its capital in Central Asian oil and gas sector China is
securing its future energy needs. The PRC and Pakistan have convergence of
interests in the region. Pakistan holds important position in the regional geoeconomic and strategic panorama. India`s shortest access to Afghanistan and
CARs is through Pakistan. South and Central Asian regions are reconnecting
for peace and development. Regional developments point to the fact that
cooperation will be in the interest of all stake holders.
Zahid Anwar. (2011) An Assessment Of China’s Growing Relations With Central Asian States And Its Implications For Pakistan, IPRI Journal, Volume-11, Issue-2.
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