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If China Builds It, Will They Come?

Graham Watson

7th January 2021

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This is a fascinating clip looking at a joint China-Kazakhstan investment project with the building of the 'largest dry port' in the world, looking to attract investment and exploit the New Silk Road.

But is it a feasible investment project, given the remoteness of the town?

It seems that, without Chinese state support, there's little appetite for private sector investment.

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Graham Watson

Graham Watson has taught Economics for over twenty years. He contributes to Tutor2U, reads voraciously and is interested in all aspects of Teaching and Learning.

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