The Geo-Economics and Geopolitical Significance of Gwadar Port in the
Changing Maritime Scenario

China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a model project. The
development of Gwadar port is an important part of it. This research posits
the geo-economics and geopolitical importance of Gwadar port. A
qualitative research approach (content analysis techniques) is used to
examine the geo-economic effects of Gwadar port. This research has
adopted a unique geo-economics theory approach to comprehensively
examine Gwadar port's significance in China and Pakistan's economic and
political relations. It follows the analysis of geographical, geopolitical, and
economic determinants for the geo-economics, geopolitical, and maritime
security significance of Gwadar port. Official reports and government
documents are used for data analysis. The findings show that Gwadar port
could be a solution to the economic security targets of China and Pakistan.
China will gain economic, energy, and maritime security by finding an
alternate, more secure route for the supply of oil and export of goods and
better access to markets of Central Asia, Europe, and the USA. Moreover,
Pakistan is expected to observe a significant rise in maritime trade capacity
to support the dwindling economy. Furthermore, naval security will
improve by reducing reliance on existing ports in Karachi, close to the
Indian border