Perspectives of interaction at the new civilization level: mega project “The Belt of the Silk Road”

Abstract

This article discusses the aspects of multilateral cooperation within the framework of international economic mega-project of the Chinese Silk Road. The method of historical and economic analysis has been used in the paper. It allowed to compare the ideas of S. Yu. Witte related to the construction of the Trans-Siberian railway line. This project is considered to be the largest and most important initiative in modern world of China, which ensures effective implementation of innovative ways of joint development in Asia and Europe. The authors draw conclusions that define the prospects for cooperation between countries participating in the implementation of the Silk Road Economic Belt project.