Questions abound, yet one thing is certain: the world is watching, hopeful yet cautious, eager to see if the BRI will indeed pave the way towards a verdant, sustainable legacy.
This BRI has rekindled a focus and broadened the vistas of cooperation, enveloping infrastructure development, economic coalitions, and a shared aspiration for a synergistic rapport.
For Africa, the BRI, if implemented sustainably and responsibly, has the potential to meet the continent’s long-term development needs
It’s critical to understand that while the main goal of China’s Belt and Road Initiative is to enhance economic cooperation through increased connectivity, it also has the capacity to ignite global peace.
BRI is already delivering infrastructure development across Africa, and the continent has a more positive view of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
In this Sino-African Voices, Mikatekiso Kubayi, a Researcher at the Institute for Global Dialogue at UNISA shared key insights on Sino – African investment relations, BRICS and geopolitics.
In recent years, China’s involvement in infrastructure development across the globe has captured the attention of international observers. Nowhere is this influence more evident than in East Africa, where countries like Kenya and Uganda have become recipients of substantial Chinese investment in infrastructure projects.
After exploring the fundamental principles and strategies behind China’s success, we have gained valuable insights that can guide Africa in shaping a more prosperous and inclusive future.
In recent years, China’s involvement in infrastructure development across the globe has captured the attention of international observers. Nowhere is this influence more evident than in East Africa, where countries like Kenya and Uganda have become recipients of substantial Chinese investment in infrastructure projects.
China has not only emerged as a global economic powerhouse but has also achieved a remarkable feat of lifting a substantial portion of its population out of abject or extreme poverty.
In this Sino-African Voices, Fikayo Akeredolu, who is the China-Africa Programs Officer at the African Climate Foundation shared key insights on Sino – African relations and Climate Change
The forthcoming 15th BRICS Summit, scheduled to take place in South Africa from August 22 to 24, 2023, has generated keen interest and anticipation.
A compelling melody of China’s Global Civilization Initiative- an invitation for cooperation among nations through acknowledgment and respect for disparate cultures.
The Africa-China Centre for Policy & Advisory (ACCPA), a Sino-African research and policy think tank and advisory firm, recently held a Public Forum on Global Civilization Initiative (GCI) as a new paradigm for building global peace and prosperity.
Countries in Africa, like the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), account for some of the world’s largest reserves of critical minerals.
The collaboration between China and Tanzania spans various sectors, each offering unique opportunities for further development – Dr. Rosemary Mnongya
China’s commitment and assistance have aided in improving healthcare outcomes and health systems in Africa – Dr. Hagan Sibiri, Senior Research Fellow, ACCPA
To succeed in Africa, you need to be built for Africa. China has shown itself to be the most reliable partner seeking to build a win-win cooperation with the African continent.
Undoubtedly, the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) is the most impactful engagement framework in the history of China’s relations with Africa.
The Digital Silk Road provides unprecedented opportunities to solidify Africa-China win-win cooperation – Dr. Nancy A. Lohalo, Senior Research Fellow, ACCPA.
Africans ditching the dollar in their dealings with China will ensure enhanced Sino-African trade relations, with both parties benefiting from reduced transaction costs and increased efficiency.
The Belt and Road Initiative has had a significant impact on East African economic growth and industrial transformation.
In recent years, China has been at the forefront of leading global initiatives targeted at creating sustainable peace and prosperity.
The fact is that China has a significant presence in Africa’s extractive industry. Chinese investment is still sustaining the raw extractive export model.
China has increased its involvement in African countries, partnering with them to promote technological advancement and transfer.
China’s demand-driven approach to investment empowers African nations to shape their own destiny, pursuing development at their own pace.
The Global Security Initiative (GSI) is a plan put forward by China to move toward a new security paradigm that puts collaboration ahead of alliances and communication ahead of conflict.
In this Q&A, ACCPA interacted with Kai Xue, Banking, Finance & Outbound M&A Lawyer with DeHeng Law Offices based in Beijing.
To Ghanaians and Africans, the presence of the CIs presents a unique opportunity to understand China from our perspectives rather than through the twisted tales of Western actors.
Jinkang WU shared broader perspectives and key insights on geopolitics, China’s domestic economy, and, more specifically, Africa-China cooperation.
The Sino-African Voices is a series of Q&A on broader issues regarding Africa-China economic, social and political cooperation.
This certainly present an opportunity for African and Ghanaian businesses to resume full cycle trade with China without any limitations.
China has made more investments in
Africa than the next eight largest
lenders combined.
Building infrastructure in Africa is essential for promoting economic growth and raising the standard of living for Africans.
China has made more investments in
Africa than the next eight largest
lenders combined.
The headline numbers are glaring enough. Africa is developing ever deeper ties with China in trade and investment. China has made more investments in
Africa than the next eight largest
lenders combined.
If you are a key follower of Africa-China relations in any form or shape, then you will probably be familiar with the term FOCAC-Forum on China-Africa Cooperation.
The Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory is a Sino-African research and policy think tank and advisory firm headquartered in Accra, Ghana.