In a move with far-reaching regional implications, China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan. The decision was taken during an informal trilateral meeting held in Beijing on May 21, 2025, with the aim of boosting

China has extended the repayment period of a $2.4 billion loan to Pakistan by two years, offering critical financial relief as the country navigates ongoing economic difficulties.