By Sama Marwan,
The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a massive infrastructure project spearheaded by China, has been praised for its ability to provide critical infrastructure to developing countries.
However, some analysts argue that the initiative also places recipient countries in a position of financial dependency on China.
Countries like Pakistan and Sri Lanka have struggled to repay Chinese loans, leading to increased economic instability.
Critics of the BRI say that while it brings short-term benefits, the long-term impact on the sovereignty and economic independence of these nations could be detrimental.
Meanwhile, China continues to defend the initiative as a win-win strategy, emphasizing the mutual benefits of economic collaboration.
