"Sustainable development is the pathway to the future we want for all. It offers a framework to generate economic growth, achieve social justice, exercise environmental stewardship and strengthen governance..." - Ban Ki-moon The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a significant infrastructure and economic development project that aims to connect Gwadar Port in southwestern Pakistan to China's northwestern region of Xinjiang. It is often referred to as a "corridor" because it consists of a network of roads, railways, pipelines, and other infrastructure projects that will facilitate trade, transportation, and economic cooperation between China and Pakistan. CPEC was officially launched in April 2015 when China and Pakistan signed various agreements to kickstart the project. It is part of China's broader Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which aims to enhance connectivity and economic cooperation across Asia, Africa, and Europe. CPEC involves the con