Exploring Multi-dimensional Impact of CPEC on Economy of Azad Jammu & Kashmir Pakistan

The study is carried out in the four major districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir entitled, “Exploring  Multi- dimensional Impact of CPEC on Economy of Azad Jammu & Kashmir Pakistan.’’ The objectives of the study are to explore the socio economic impact of CPEC on AJ&K economy, to check the economic impact of CPEC on AJ&K economy and to check the strategic importance of CPEC on AJ&K economy. The study hoped to contribute to the development of infrastructure, industry, tourism, connectivity, energy, food, livestock and the social fabric in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. For this study, descriptive approach is employed. The research area has a total population of 23, 81,335 people from major districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (Poonch, Kotli, Mirpur and Muzaffarabad).