The IDS Bulletin Vol. 50 No. 4 December 2019 discusses the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and its potential for promoting equitable and sustainable development. The article highlights the opportunities and challenges presented by the BRI, including its potential to align with national sustainable development plans and its potential impact on the environment and social standards. The authors also examine specific case studies of BRI projects in countries such as Myanmar, Kenya, and Pakistan. The article concludes by considering the potential of the BRI to boost the development of least developed countries.
