CPEC 2.0, Debt Trap & Pakistan's Future? Experts Respond to Students' Toughest Questions

Is CPEC really a debt trap? Is the Pakistan-China relationship a military alliance or a strategic partnership? What opportunities can this relationship create for Pakistan's youth? In this special Q&A session from the IPS seminar "Pakistan-China Relations at 75: Advancing Multidimensional Partnership for Regional Stability", students raised some of the most important and challenging questions surrounding Pakistan-China relations, CPEC 2.0, economic cooperation, national interests, and the future role of young Pakistanis. The discussion addresses: • Common misconceptions about Pakistan-China cooperation • The "debt trap" narrative and the facts behind it • The distinction between strategic partnership and military alliance • Priorities for CPEC 2.0 and Pakistan's economic future • Skills, innovation, and opportunities for the younger generation Whether you are a student, researcher, policymaker, or simply interested in understanding Pakistan's evolving role in the region, this conversation offers valuable insights grounded in facts and informed analysis. 📍 Organized by the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), Islamabad. #pakistanchinarelations #CPEC #CPEC20 #ChinaPakistan #Pakistan #YouthDevelopment #EconomicCooperation #IPSIslamabad #PolicyDiscussion #StudentQuestions