The Subsea Silk Road: China's Quest for Digital Dominance in Central Asia China Mobile International's latest announcement has sent ripples through the telecommunications industry, as the company plans to establish a fresh link between Central Asia and Hong Kong's submarine cable network.
This development is part of Beijing's strategic push into the region, which has significant implications for regional stability and global digital governance.
The timing of this move is no coincidence, coinciding with Hong Kong leader John Lee's visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in early June.