What is China's role in Africa's development?

The European Union has unveiled a global infrastructure plan called the Global Gateway strategy. It's seen as an attempt to rival China's Belt and Road Initiative with the goal of investing in developing countries and boosting trade links worldwide. But can the bloc compete with ...  عرض المزيد

Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo are joining forces to fight one of the most lethal armed groups in eastern Congo – The Allied Democratic Forces (ADF). But will a military solution resolve the conflict? And can the ADF be defeated?  Join host Halla Mohieddeen.  With gu ...  عرض المزيد

South Africa has started preparing to host the BRICS summit next month. This is a gathering of a political and economic bloc compromised of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. China, in particular, is expected to expand its influence. Over 30% of all major building pro ...  عرض المزيد

The burgeoning relationship between China and Africa has been one of the great economic stories of the 21st century. Billions of dollars of investment and loans from China have created radical change in many African countries. But not everyone is happy, with some even claiming th ...  عرض المزيد

Correction: We re-uploaded this episode to clarify the $1.5 trillion mentioned in the conversation was China's global loans, not just to Africa. At a recent summit attended by African officials, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced that China would be forgiving 23 of its lo ...  عرض المزيد

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has unveiled Washington's strategy to compete with China, in which he accused Beijing of undermining global security. But is the criticism justified?  Join host Mohammed Jamjoom. Guests: Michael D. Swaine – Director, East Asia program, Quincy ...  عرض المزيد