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Intent of the Belt and Road Initiative

Associate Professor Jiaying Lyu will give a review of the ancient silk road, and then talk about the intent of the Belt and Road Initiative.

In this section, associate Professor Jiaying Lyu will go through the ancient silk road with all the learners, and then talk about the purpose of the Belt and Road Initiative.

Before we start the Week 2, have you thought about why China started the Belt and Road Initiative?

What are the possible implications of the Belt and Road Initiative to the tourism industry for those countries affected?

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