
China exits its biggest Pakistan project: What's happening?
Published on: Sept. 4, 2025, 7:28 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Pakistan seeks ADB funding for its railway network. This project was initially part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor. China withdrew due to financial concerns. ADB will now finance the Karachi-Rohri section. This shift reflects Pakistan's need for diversified partnerships. The Reko Diq mine development drives the urgency. Pakistan aims to balance relations with China and the West.