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Narratives and reality: China’s economic engagements in Africa

The Sound of Economics

CHAPTER

China's Economic Impact in Africa

The chapter explores China's economic engagements in Africa, comparing its significance to that of Europe and discussing the trade deficit resulting from Africa importing more from China. It highlights the historical pattern of China selling raw materials without value addition, the uneven distribution of Chinese imports across African countries, and China's role as an alternative power offering development inspiration to developing economies.

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