Analyzing the Impact of STEM Curriculum on Students' Motor Skills Development at Secondary Level

Abstract

Background: The investments in foreign port infrastructure by China, most notably the Red Sea and the Eastern Mediterranean are all part of its maritime logistics diplomacy within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The purpose of these investments is to create globalized trade connectivity as well as territorial geopolitical power of China via the creation of strategic ports. Purpose: This paper discusses the significance of Chinese investments in major sea ports, their impact on the growth of an economy, the increase of a trading volume, on the development of diplomatic power and regional politics in the Red Sea and Eastern Mediterranean areas. Method: It was a qualitative case study with the analysis of documents, port performance statistics, and interviews with professionals. A comparative cross-case analysis was made to study the strategic results of investing in five most important ports Piraeus, Djibouti, Tanger Med, Port Said and Mombasa. Results: The findings revealed that the amount of trade volume increased significantly in each of the ports after the investment, with the largest rates in Djibouti and Piraeus. The scores of diplomatic engagement were good collaborations, with economic impacts showing significant increases in the GDP and creation of employment opportunities, especially in Djibouti and Piraeus. The scores in geopolitical influence pointed to the growing strategic advantages of China in the regions. Conclusion: The investment of Chinese ports has redefined logistics networks, which have led to economic and diplomatic development and increased the geopolitical power of China in strategic sea routes.