Abstract

In the context of the Belt and Road Initiative, this paper discusses the impact and prospects of cooperation between China and Central Asian countries in terms of political mutual trust and regional stability. Through comprehensive analysis of relevant literature and data, it is found that the cooperation between China and Central Asian countries has played a positive role in promoting political mutual trust and regional stability, and has brought common development opportunities for both sides

Keywords

Belt and Road Initiative; political mutual trust; regional stability; China; Central Asian countries; international cooperation

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