Power Politics And Security In The Context Of CPEC

Abstract

This paper explores the security challenges facing the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) through the lens of Realism, a theory in International Relations. Security is examined in different dimensions, including political, economic, social, and environmental aspects. The paper analyzes how states, driven by self-interest and national power considerations, navigate the international system to secure their core interests. Using Realism, the paper examines the power dynamics among key actors like the US, India, China, and Pakistan, and their impact on CPEC's security. It also discusses how the anarchic international system influences states' behaviors and interactions. The paper highlights the importance of Realism in understanding the security dynamics of CPEC and how it enriches scholarly discourse on the geopolitics of the region. It concludes by emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts among stakeholders to address security challenges and ensure the success of CPEC.