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11.3 Areas of research collaboration
At the 2nd Belt and Road Forum, "Belt and Road Studies Network" was launched. The objective of the
network is to bring together think tanks in the BRI countries to carry out research on different aspects of the
initiative and make policy suggestions. Bangladeshi and Chinese think tanks can undertake collaborative
research on a number of issues. These are also applicable for think tanks in other BRI countries. Seven areas
of research are suggested here.
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Revisiting the trade patterns with China and suggest how to minimise the trade imbalance and receive
larger market access for Bangladeshi products in China.
Understanding the focus of the BRI projects; how are the projects prioritized; how are they aligned
with national objectives and policies.
Estimating the economic, social and environmental benefits of the BRI projects and their financial
viability.
Scrutinising the fiscal risks due to cost overrun and delays of BRI mega projects.
Evaluating the impact of BRI projects on debt sustainability and fiscal risks; examine the terms and
conditions of loans and strength of the existing fiscal framework of the country.
Assessing the social and environmental impacts of BRI projects; explore whether the impacts of BRI
project fall disproportionately on the marginalized and vulnerable people.
Analysing how BRI projects can help achieve global goals at the country level; to what extent BRI
investments align with SDGs and green priorities of the recipient country.
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