No, it does not and there are six reasons why

IFIs trap and exploit developing countries, but put blame on others

Any miscalculations on Pakistan’s part can impact its economic and geopolitical standing

Pakistan needs to benefit from high consumption in China, especially of food

CPEC can help to revive economy through agri-development and industrialisation

Saudi Arabia has attempted to expand its economy beyond its traditional reliance on oil and hydrocarbons

Political parties only consider the youth a means to achieve their own vested objectives

Global dignitaries visit Pakistan and express solidarity, but to little avail

Islamabad will have to fast-track CPEC’s 2nd phase, redefine security framework

Islamic model viable alternative to capitalist system that perpetuates inequality