Abstract
Energy reserves are remaking the geopolitical map in Eurasian region. The end of Cold War and disintegration of the USSR was a paradigm shift in international politics and the USA emerged as the sole global power. The six predominantly Muslims` states of the Central Eurasian region of former USSR attracted the world primarily for its vast hydrocarbon reserves. When the People’s Republic of China (PRC) came into existence, Mao Zedong adopted the policy of self- reliance while his successor Deng Xiaoping opted for opening to the outside world. The economic reforms of Deng Xiaoping paved the way for making China the world`s fastest growing economy. Keeping in view China’s energy requirements Central Asian region got special significance for the PRC. By investing its capital in Central Asian oil and gas sector China is securing its future energy needs. The PRC and Pakistan have convergence of interests in the region. Pakistan holds important position in the regional geoeconomic and strategic panorama. India`s shortest access to Afghanistan and CARs is through Pakistan. South and Central Asian regions are reconnecting for peace and development. Regional developments point to the fact that cooperation will be in the interest of all stake holders.

Zahid Anwar. (2011) An Assessment Of China’s Growing Relations With Central Asian States And Its Implications For Pakistan, IPRI Journal, Volume-11, Issue-2.
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