Chinese investment in Africa

Viewing China’s relations with individual African states as a single unified policy is misleading both for China and for those watching from afar.

While FOCAC showcased ambitious plans for mutual economic growth, a more intricate dynamic lies beneath, reminiscent of an octopus’ embrace – tightening, entangling, and often constricting. 

Despite criticism and skepticism, China seems to be Africa’s last hope, if not its best bet.

Despite the broad scope of topics covered at FOCAC, one crucial area remains notably underrepresented: mining and critical minerals. 

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

President Lourenço’s visit took place amid the talk of growing global competition between the United States and China in the Southern African region.

There has been much talk of a perceived slowdown in BRI lending, but African leaders are still looking to China to advance development goals.

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.

Across the continent, China is doubling down on energy investments even in the face of local opposition and violent conflict.

The third China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) will need to build on past lessons and successes to really reshape China-Africa trade.

Even while China chairs the U.N. biodiversity conference, its companies are damaging crucial ecosystems in Uganda.