A Strategic Overview of The Role and Development of Inner Mongolia in the Belt and Road Initiative

Abstract

The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has emerged as one of the most ambitious global development strategies of the 21st century, focusing on enhancing regional connectivity, fostering economic cooperation, and promoting cultural exchange across Asia, Europe, and Africa. Inner Mongolia, strategically located at the crossroads of China, Russia, and Mongolia, plays a pivotal role in the BRI, particularly in facilitating trade, energy cooperation, and sustainable development. This study provides a comprehensive overview of Inner Mongolia's role in the BRI, examining its geographic and economic significance, key infrastructure developments, trade relations, and energy partnerships. The study also explores the region's contributions to the BRI's broader goals of sustainable development, cultural exchange, and regional integration. Challenges such as geopolitical tensions, environmental issues, and reliance on resource exports are identified, along with strategic recommendations for enhancing Inner Mongolia’s role in the future.