China says BRI not a debt trap or regional hegemony

CPPCC spokesman Guo Weimin put up a strong defence of Xi's pet project the BRI, which has raised concerns after China acquired Sri Lanka's Hambantota port for a 99-year lease as a debt swap. China is due to hold the second BRI Forum for International Cooperation next month in which several world leaders, especially from Pakistan, are expected to be present.

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