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Chinese Demand for Rosewood Empowers Some of Africa’s Deadliest Terrorist Groups

Chinese Demand for Rosewood Empowers Some of Africa’s Deadliest Terrorist Groups

By Adam Rousselle
Chinese smuggling rings have been instrumental in the illegal trafficking of rosewood. They also provide support to terrorist groups in West Africa and Mozambique.

Boiling 54 Eggs: China’s Approach to Africa

Boiling 54 Eggs: China’s Approach to Africa

By Peter Krasnopolsky
Viewing China’s relations with individual African states as a single unified policy is misleading both for China and for those watching from afar.
China’s ‘Gifts’ of Parliament Buildings in Africa Are a Wake-Up Call for Digital Sovereignty

China’s ‘Gifts’ of Parliament Buildings in Africa Are a Wake-Up Call for Digital Sovereignty

By Marci Harris and Innocent Batsani-Ncube
Over the past two decades, Beijing has financed and built at least 15 parliament buildings in African nations. These projects carry hidden costs that extend far beyond their initial construction.

China-Africa Summit Shines a Spotlight on Eswatini, Taiwan’s Lone Partner in Africa

China-Africa Summit Shines a Spotlight on Eswatini, Taiwan’s Lone Partner in Africa

By Shannon Tiezzi
Taiwan’s last foothold on the continent is built on personalized diplomacy with Eswatini’s absolute monarch.

China’s Rise in the Global South

China’s Rise in the Global South

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Dawn Murphy.

What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?
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What’s Driving Taiwan’s Mass Protests?

China and Equatorial Guinea: Why Their New ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ Matters

China and Equatorial Guinea: Why Their New ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ Matters

By Ovigwe Eguegu
Is Beijing’s rumored plan for a base in the African country moving closer to fruition?

Deconstructing China’s Interest in the Niger-Benin Rapprochement

Deconstructing China’s Interest in the Niger-Benin Rapprochement

By Samir Bhattacharya
Beijing’s motivations concerning the conflict resolution in Niger include a mix of economic, political and reputational drivers.
Comparing China’s Engagement in Africa and Latin America

Comparing China’s Engagement in Africa and Latin America

By R. Evan Ellis
There are substantial commonalities in Beijing’s engagement between the two regions, but also differences that provide insights into how China-based entities make, and adapt, policies.

The China Factor in the India-Tanzania Strategic Partnership

The China Factor in the India-Tanzania Strategic Partnership

By Raghvendra Kumar
Tanzania’s skepticism toward China has opened new space for India to upgrade a longstanding partnership.

China and Zambia: A New Chapter Beyond Debt?

China and Zambia: A New Chapter Beyond Debt?

By Huiyi Chen
The Zambian president’s visit to China moved the relationship beyond debt and reset to a focus on growth.

China’s Oil Gambit in Africa’s Conflict Zones

China’s Oil Gambit in Africa’s Conflict Zones

By Robert Bociaga
Across the continent, China is doubling down on energy investments even in the face of local opposition and violent conflict.
Will China’s Private Security Companies Follow the Wagner Group’s Footsteps in Africa?

Will China’s Private Security Companies Follow the Wagner Group’s Footsteps in Africa?

By Jong Min Lee and Samuel Wittman
As the controversial Russian mercenary group is diverting its attention to Ukraine, China’s PSCs have a window to expand their engagement in African countries.

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