As of mid-2025, over 150+ countries had formalised agreements tied to the Belt and Road Initiative. Cumulative contracts and investments rose beyond roughly US$1.3 trillion. Together, these figures showcase China’s substantial footprint in global infrastructure development. The BRI, unveiled by Xi Jinping in 2013, combines the Silk Road Economic Belt with the 21st-Century Maritime Silk Road. It serves as a …
BRI Policy Coordination Enhancing Cross-Border Data Flows








