The competition for global influence through infrastructure investment, led by China and the US, is reminiscent of the “Great Game” of the 19th century. Photo: Shutterstock
The competition for global influence through infrastructure investment, led by China and the US, is reminiscent of the “Great Game” of the 19th century. Photo: Shutterstock
Anthony Rowley
Opinion

Opinion

Macroscope by Anthony Rowley

Infrastructure battle between global powers is a waste of money and resources

  • From the US’ Build Back Better to the EU’s Global Gateway, the world’s major powers are gearing up to compete with China’s Belt and Road Initiative
  • Yet such rivalry is both petty and irresponsible when what is really needed is global cooperation

Anthony Rowley
Anthony Rowley

Updated: 1:30am, 27 Dec, 2021

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The competition for global influence through infrastructure investment, led by China and the US, is reminiscent of the “Great Game” of the 19th century. Photo: Shutterstock
The competition for global influence through infrastructure investment, led by China and the US, is reminiscent of the “Great Game” of the 19th century. Photo: Shutterstock
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