China’s relationship with Africa is growing murkier
A decline in capital flows does not necessarily signal disengagement
It has been the highlight of most African leaders’ diplomatic calendar for nearly a quarter of a century. Ever since the inaugural Forum on China-Africa Co-operation (FOCAC) in Beijing in 2000, the triennial shindig has been treated as a barometer by analysts seeking clues about the evolving state of relations between Africa and its biggest trading partner.
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This article appeared in the Middle East & Africa section of the print edition under the headline “Beyond Belt and Road”
Middle East & Africa September 7th 2024
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