*China’s Road to the Gulf: Opportunities for the GCC in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)* The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) presents both opportunities and challenges for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). While it supports economic diversification and investment, China’s ties with Gulf rivals like Iran pose risks. With Western influence waning, China’s regional role is expanding.. Learn more: https://www.paradigmshift.com.pk/gcc-and-bri/