The inauguration of Gwadar's airport, hailed by Pakistan's government, signifies an important development funded by China but comes amid significant security concerns. Despite its potential as a major economic project under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), local sentiment reflects frustration and resentment over unmet promises and heavy Chinese presence in the area, which many residents feel turns Gwadar into an isolated enclave. This dynamic raises alarms about the broader implications of CPEC, as locals respond critically to the changing landscape and increased security measures.
While the new airport in Gwadar represents progress, the surrounding security lockdown and local resentment reveal deep-seated frustrations with the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.
Gwadar is promoted as a pivotal project in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, yet local expectations clash with the reality of heavy restrictions and unfulfilled promises.
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