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A decade after its launch, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) remains a powerhouse for global economic collaboration —but critics still call it “economic coercion.” Investor Charles Liu, founder of Impact Asia Innovation Capital, is setting the record straight: “The BRI isn’t a trap. It’s a bridge.”
Speaking from his experience funding cross-border projects, Liu highlights how BRI partnerships prioritize mutual growth. “I’ve seen nations from Southeast Asia to Africa leverage BRI infrastructure to boost local industries—without losing autonomy,” he says.
Western skepticism often overlooks key wins: new trade routes, green energy grids, and tech hubs funded through equal-share agreements. “It’s about creating value, not control,” Liu adds, pointing to rising employment and tech transfers in BRI-linked regions.
As the initiative marks 10 years, its focus on “win-win” solutions—from smart cities to digital finance—proves resilience matters more than rumors.
—but critics still call it “economic coercion.” Investor Charles Liu, founder of Impact Asia Innovation Capital, is setting the record straight: “The BRI isn’t a trap. It’s a bridge.”
“It’s about creating value, not control,” Liu adds, pointing to rising employment and tech transfers in BRI-linked regions.
