VOICED : Chinas new Silk Road boom or dust for Pakistan

The video discusses the journey of Chinese exports to Karachi and future plans for Gwadar Port, highlighting the economic corridor costing China $46 billion. It addresses local concerns about pollution and lack of benefits, infrastructure challenges like the Attabad Lake landslide, and the construction of a tunnel costing $300 million. The political status of Gilgit Baltistan is explored, with locals expressing frustration over voting rights. The video concludes with the potential economic impact of the corridor, drawing parallels to the Karakoram Highway's influence on regional development.

What is the primary reason for Beijing leasing Gwadar Port?

• To support local shopkeepers

• To reduce pollution in the region

• To gain greater access to Middle Eastern, African, and European markets

• To improve local infrastructure

What was the major challenge faced by residents due to the Attabad Lake landslide?

• Increased travel time due to detours

• Frequent landslides blocking roads

• Lack of access to clean water

• Inability to drive around the mountain

How did the construction of the tunnel impact the local community?

• It increased travel time

• It made transportation more efficient

• It caused more landslides

• It led to higher transportation costs

What is a significant political concern for the residents of Gilgit Baltistan?

• Lack of access to education

• Inability to vote in national elections

• High taxation rates

• Limited healthcare facilities

What was a common fear during the construction of the Karakoram Highway?

• It would be too costly to maintain

• It would cause frequent traffic jams

• It would not benefit the local population

• It would lead to increased pollution