Experts say Beijing has something to prove with $4.8bn project in struggling nation
KARACHI — China is accelerating its civil nuclear cooperation with Pakistan, as it seeks export customers in a market dominated by Russia and the West.
A nuclear energy deal Pakistan signed with China in June, reportedly worth $4.8 billion, might appear a curious move on Beijing’s part. China has already had a bumpy ride in Pakistan’s power business, where coal-operated stations have suffered from a debilitating cash crunch amid the South Asian country’s foreign exchange shortage.
Discover the all new
Nikkei Asia app
Nikkei Asian Review, now known as Nikkei Asia, will be the voice of the Asian Century.

source