Examining the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) from the perspective of clean energy supply chain resilience

As the global economy experiences significant changes marked by increased disruptions and escalating geopolitical tensions, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is expected to assume a crucial role in reshaping global supply chains. This research adds to the existing knowledge about the BRI by looking into how it affects supply chain resilience in the clean energy sector, which is gaining new prominence within the BRI. The study examines various BRI projects and finds that despite hurdles and challenges, they can potentially boost the resilience of clean energy supply chains by improving infrastructure, creating diverse routes, fostering technological advancements, and encouraging collaboration among different stakeholders. Additionally, the research delves into how BRI clean energy projects impact China's relationships with both BRI partner countries and Western nations. It suggests that while these projects generally benefit China's ties with BRI countries, they can lead to a mix of positive and zero-sum games in China's relations with the West.