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How is China increasing its influence in Central Asia as part of global plans to offer an alternative to the west?

Introduction

Over the past decade, the ongoing tensions between China and the West, especially the US, have become increasingly severe, compounded by conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war and tensions in the Middle East, like Israel-Iran. In response, China has sought new development directions, notably expanding cooperation documents related to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) with all Central Asian countries. In 2022, bilateral trade between China and the five Central Asian nations reached $70.2 billion, a 40% increase from the previous year and about 100 times higher than when diplomatic relations were established, making China one of their key economic and trade partners (VOV Vietnam, 2025).

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China's expanding footprint in Central Asia is a pivotal aspect of global business dynamics. As indicated above, Russia’s “northern corridor” is disrupted due to the war in Ukraine, China is investing in “middle corridors” and trans-Afghan routes that will connect it to Europe and the Middle East via Central Asia. These corridors diversify China’s trade access, reducing dependence on maritime chokepoints and politically unstable regions like the South China Sea (Bird et al., 2020; World Bank, 2019). For global businesses, this presents both opportunities in logistics, construction, and trade, and risks in navigating politically sensitive, authoritarian environments.

In addition, through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China has made large-scale investments in infrastructure development across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and other Central Asian republics, constructing railways, energy pipelines, and industrial parks enhancing Asian regional connectivity (Bird et al., 2020; World Bank, 2019). Furthermore, China's dominance of multilateral bodies such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) bolsters regional governance structures which challenge the authority of Western-dominated institutions such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (Julien & Mitsuo, 2018). This China-led drive for regional integration is indicative of a larger shift in world economic order, in which Asia, spearheaded by China, is increasingly emerging as a key pole of economic power and governance (Nurlan Aliyev, 2019). As the Central Asian countries continue to align their political and economic interests with China, they enter into a new Asian bloc that serves as a counterweight to the liberal international order, thereby enhancing the objectives of Asian Regionalism in geopolitical and economic spheres (Dadabaev, 2018; Julien & Mitsuo, 2018).

Socio-political issues

While the article primarily focuses on China and Central Asia, it also provides broader geopolitical consequences for countries such as Australia, Russia, and the United States.

China’s rise in Central Asia coincides with Russia's decline due to the war in Ukraine, which is intensifying pressure on Russia’s historical dominance in this region since the Soviet era. Not only that, Russia is being overtaken by China and has taken the lead in trade, infrastructure development and even soft power diplomacy (Dadabaev, 2018; Paul, 2022).

The United States has been actively interested in advancing with Central Asian countries, particularly in response to the geopolitical fallout from Russia’s war in Ukraine. As Washington seeks to isolate Moscow economically, it also aims to reduce its allies’ dependence on Russian oil and gas. Central Asia, with its enormous hydrocarbon reserves, particularly in Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan which offers a potential alternative energy source. The Chinese developments in Central Asia not only limit U.S. energy access and influence but also contribute to the emergence of an authoritarian-oriented regional bloc that challenges the liberal international order supported by the U.S (Rolland, 2020). Moreover, China’s control over key infrastructure, such as oil pipelines, roads, and railways, could enable it to shape pricing and transit terms in ways that disadvantage American or Western energy strategies (Kolpakova & Kuchinskaya, 2015).

Although Australia does not have direct territorial or historical ties with Central Asia, it is a vocal supporter of a rules-based international order, democratic institutions, and transparent development practices —principles that are being challenged by China’s state-led model of authoritarian regionalism (Rolland, 2020). The partnerships with Central Asia not only enhance China’s access to vital energy and trade corridors but also expand its influence in international forums such as the United Nations and World Trade Organization, where it can now count on more allies to back its positions. This could thus erode the democratic digital environment that Australia and other liberal democracies seek to uphold (Wilson, 2020).

Implications

The implications of China's growing influence in Central Asia are numerous and have been mostly indicated above. However, one key implication is the erosion of Western influence in regions historically considered part of the liberal international order. If China succeeds in creating an alternative global system based on infrastructure dominance and economic interdependence, countries like the U.S., Australia, and EU members may lose critical leverage in promoting democratic governance, environmental standards, and human rights (Rolland, 2020). This shift is particularly evident as China offers significant "no strings attached" development financing through initiatives like the Belt and Road, a stark contrast to the conditional aid often provided by Western nations. This approach appeals directly to Central Asian governments prioritizing economic development and stability over political reform, thus diminishing the West's ability to exert pressure for internal changes. Furthermore, by becoming an indispensable economic partner through extensive infrastructure projects that intertwine Central Asian economies with its own, China gains considerable leverage, making these nations less inclined to challenge Beijing on contentious issues (Andrew & James , 2020). This not only reinforces authoritarian tendencies by validating a development model that eschews democratic processes but also gradually shifts global norms and standards away from Western-centric ones, potentially leading to a more fragmented international system where different values and rules apply (Callahan, 2020).

Policy issues

The Central Asia region is at a significant crossroads, courtesy of China's influence, thus raising many crucial policy considerations for not only the region but also other global stakeholders-think-tankers like Australia as well. The middle powers now need to respond strategically through increasing engagement in the region to counterbalance China's dominance. One way to do so is via stronger partnerships with multilateral institutions such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for infrastructure provision that promotes transparency, sustainability, and local ownership alternatives to China in its Belt-and-Road Initiative (World Bank 2020). Other possible areas of approach involve education, cultural exchanges, and capacity-building opportunities as ways of enhancing people-to-people connections that would match China's most potent other countries (The Geopolitics 2020). Likewise, they should keep close eye on geopolitical risks stemming from the country's extensive digital infrastructure, especially pertaining to surveillance technologies and governance of data that threaten democratic values and individual freedoms (Koncak & Almazbekov, 2022). Policymakers need, at a more general level, to think about how China's model of infrastructure-led regionalism mainly accompanied by political or governance conditions-might reshape regional norms and hence the strategic behaviour of the recipient countries (Callahan 2020). In this vein, it is now becoming most vital to form responsive, inclusive, and values-based regional strategies, which will see to it that the Central Asian states will keep the diversity in terms of economy and concurrently their political autonomy under the rising hegemony of China.

Conclusion

China’s expanding presence in Central Asia marks a transformative moment in Asian regionalism and global geopolitics. Through infrastructure investment, diplomatic summits, and economic partnerships under the Belt and Road Initiative, China is not only reshaping regional trade routes but also redefining power dynamics in Eurasia. This shift away from Western-led models of development highlights Beijing’s ambition to create a new international order grounded in strategic flexibility, economic interdependence, and state-led cooperation. While these developments present economic opportunities for Central Asian states, they also raise critical concerns around sovereignty, debt dependency, and the erosion of democratic norms. For global businesses and policymakers alike, understanding China’s role in Central Asia is essential for navigating the emerging geopolitical landscape. As the region continues to evolve, inclusive, sustainable, and balanced engagement will be crucial to ensuring that Central Asia remains open, diverse, and resilient in the face of shifting global power.

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Bird, J., Lebrand, M., & Venables, A. J. (2020). The Belt and Road Initiative: Reshaping Economic Geography in Central Asia? Journal of Development Economics, 102441. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jdeveco.2020.102441

Callahan, W. (2020). China’s Belt and Road Initiative and the New Eurasian Order. https://css.ethz.ch/content/dam/ethz/special-interest/gess/cis/center-for-securities-studies/resources/docs/NUPI_China%E2%80%99s%20Belt%20and%20Road%20Initiative%20and%20the%20new%20eurasian%20order.pdf

Dadabaev, T. (2018). Discourses of rivalry or rivalry of discourses: discursive strategies and framing of Chinese and Japanese foreign policies in Central Asia. The Pacific Review, 33(1), 61–95. https://doi.org/10.1080/09512748.2018.1539026

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Hosur Airport Sites Finalized Amid Growing Protests Over Parandur Project

As Tamil Nadu pushes forward with its ambitious infrastructure goals, two new airport projects are in the spotlight—one in Hosur and the other in Parandur. While the state government is gearing up to survey potential sites in Hosur, protests continue to mount over the controversial greenfield airport proposed in Parandur.

Two Sites Shortlisted for Hosur Airport

The Tamil Nadu government has finalized two potential locations for the new international airport in Hosur, an industrial town in Krishnagiri district located around 85 km from Bengaluru. The shortlisted sites are:

Near Taneja Aviation and Aerospace Limited in Belagondapalli

Near Shoolagiri

The proposed airport will cover over 2,000 acres and is expected to handle 30 million passengers annually, making it a significant addition to Tamil Nadu’s aviation network.

A senior government official confirmed that preparations are underway to appoint a consultant to conduct an Obstacle Limitation Surface (OLS) survey to ensure compliance with airspace regulations. The OLS survey will map areas where structures or obstacles could pose a threat to aircraft operations.

However, a key constraint looms large: under an agreement with the Union government, no new airport can be developed within 150 km of Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru until 2033. This clause could potentially impact the Hosur airport project.

Parandur Project Sparks Environmental Concerns

In contrast to the smooth planning around Hosur, the proposed Parandur airport—about 70 km from Chennai in the Chengalpattu district—is facing sustained opposition from locals and environmental activists.

Approved in principle by the civil aviation ministry on April 7, the Parandur airport is part of a ₹20,000 crore mega project intended to serve 100 million passengers annually by 2030. However, it comes at a steep cost—4,791.29 acres of land will be acquired, including 2,605 acres of ecologically sensitive wetlands, impacting 13 villages.

Activists like Prabhakaran Veeraarasu, an environmental engineer, have urged the government to reconsider the project. He also demanded that the Machendranathan Committee's hydrology report on flooding risks in the region be made public. The report, submitted by a retired IAS officer, has remained under wraps.

Peaceful Protests and Political Fallout

Since the Parandur project’s announcement in 2022, residents have mounted peaceful protests, expressing fears over displacement and ecological destruction. In a symbolic act of dissent, they boycotted the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and even submitted a petition to the Chittoor district collector in Andhra Pradesh, requesting refuge to “shame Tamil Nadu.”

On April 20, protesters took their appeal to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), which is reportedly considering funding Phase Four of the Chennai Metro Rail Project that would connect the metro to the Parandur airport. Protesters argue that the entire infrastructure push around Parandur could deepen environmental risks and community dislocation.

Balancing Growth and Sustainability

The DMK-led Tamil Nadu government has emphasized that such projects are crucial to its vision of becoming a one trillion dollar economy by 2030 and positioning the state as Asia’s top investment destination. The proposed airports in both Parandur and Hosur are key components of this roadmap.

Yet, the challenge remains—how to reconcile rapid infrastructure growth with environmental responsibility and public consent?

Final Thoughts

As Tamil Nadu marches toward economic expansion and global connectivity, the battle between development and displacement is becoming increasingly visible. While the Hosur project is advancing with relatively less friction, the Parandur protests highlight a deeper narrative—one where sustainability, transparency, and community participation must play a central role in shaping the future.

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