China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI): Analysis

Our work covers what the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is and explores its global reach and geopolitical impact.

The Belt and Road Initiative is a global connectivity vision and development strategy launched by Xi Jinping in 2013.

The BRI is one of China’s key advocacy tools for engaging in the Global South, running parallel with its Global Development Initiative (GDI), Global Security Initiative (GSI), and Global Civilization Initiative (GCI). 

Since its launch, the BRI has seen many signature infrastructure projects built across Asia and Africa, funded by Chinese loans. 

You can read a more detailed analysis of the BRI here, and explore our research, expert commentary, podcasts, and events related to the Initiative on this page.