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Senator Saleem Mandviwalla of Pakistan addressed the China–Central and South Asia Legal Forum today, highlighting the importance of a strong legal and institutional framework for the high-quality joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

Drawing from Pakistan’s experience, he outlined three key pillars:

1. Sustainable investment through legal certainty:

Investors gain confidence in an environment where contracts are enforceable, intellectual property is protected, and profits are guaranteed.

2. Building trust through dispute resolution:

Business disagreements are natural, but uncertainty deters investment. The Senator proposed the establishment of international commercial courts and arbitration centers to resolve disputes efficiently.

3. Strengthening legal capacity:

A successful legal framework requires trained professionals. Senator Mandviwalla emphasized investment in joint legal education, specialized courses, and exchange programs.

Senator Mandviwalla described CPEC as the flagship project of the BRI, noting that it has now entered its third phase—focused on industrial development, agricultural modernization, and digital transformation.

He stated, “The BRI is our shared journey toward connectivity and collective prosperity,” reaffirming that under the leadership of President Asif Ali Zardari, Pakistan remains committed to fostering a legal environment based on trust, transparency, and mutual respect.