The Belt and Road Initiative Hits a Pothole

The Belt and Road Initiative Hits a Pothole
Road construction workers and labourers work along a road in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Aug. 5, 2018. Lakruwan Wanniarachchi/AFP via Getty Images
Kevin Andrews
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Initially proclaimed as the economic marvel that would create massive global infrastructure and growth, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has encountered significant problems in recent years that have created doubt over its impact.

Kevin Andrews
Kevin Andrews
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The Hon. Kevin Andrews served in the Australian Parliament from 1991 to 2022 and held various cabinet posts, including Minister for Defence.
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