The Belt and Road Initiative, launched in 2013, has significantly strengthened cooperation on infrastructure, the economy, and technology between China and its partner nations. This growing collaboration is attracting more foreigners to work with Chinese companies, recognizing the value and opportunities they offer.
One inspiring example comes from Amr Mohamed Shaaban, a civil engineer from Egypt, featured in the fourth episode of CGTN's The Faces series. Amr is contributing his expertise to the development of Egypt's new administrative capital, a visionary project aimed at alleviating the population and traffic pressures in Cairo.
Cairo, home to nearly 20 million people today, is projected to reach 40 million by 2050. To address this growth, the Egyptian government proposed building a new administrative capital in the desert, located 50 kilometers east of Cairo. This initiative not only aims to reduce the strain on the current capital but also to create a favorable investment environment that will attract foreign investments and boost the economic development of the Suez Canal and Red Sea regions.
The China Construction First Group Corporation plays a pivotal role in this transformation, responsible for constructing two key office towers, C07 and C08, in the new administrative capital. Amr works in Tower C07, where his contributions are helping to shape the future of Egypt's economic landscape.
Stories like Amr's highlight the positive impact of international collaboration under the Belt and Road Initiative, showcasing how diverse talents working together can drive substantial growth and development in emerging markets.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
