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11. Putin’s blanket, election fallout, and China in Africa

The Rest Is Politics

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China's Strategic Global Influence

This chapter explores China's evolving foreign policy and military capabilities, focusing on its economic strategies and influence in regions such as Africa. It examines the implications of China's investments through the Belt and Road Initiative, the challenges posed by local political dynamics, and the vulnerability of ownership over resources. Additionally, the chapter addresses the geopolitical context of the Ukraine war, analyzing historical comparisons and the caution needed in strategic military responses.

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