Beijing will make progress with Africa outreach
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Significance
They were drawn from political parties that dominate the political landscape in six countries on the continent. Cadres learned about China’s experience as a developing country that offers an alternative to the Western model.
Impacts
- China may be especially interested in states in which a single party has ruled since independence or a significant political transition.
- Some African states may co-opt political organisation and social governance tactics at daily working levels, inspired by China.
- Beijing has yet to coordinate some specific initiatives with its broader engagement strategy for Africa.