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The China-Global South Podcast
What Exactly is the "Global South"?
Feb 23, 2024
The podcast explores the concept of the 'Global South' and its significance, with a focus on complexities in defining developing countries. Discussions highlight the historical context, geopolitical tensions, active non-alignment in global politics, Latin American foreign policies, and South-South cooperation. The episode touches on multilateral alliances and challenges Western power structures.
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- Defining 'Global South' as a relevant concept for developing countries despite debates in Western academia.
- Advocating for active non-alignment as a strategic approach for countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
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Discussion on Language and Framing in Global South
The conversation delves into the complexities of defining and using terms like 'Global South' and how language impacts the discourse between China, Africa, and other parts of the world. There's a focus on the challenges in categorizing diverse countries under terms like third world, developing nations, or emerging markets, highlighting the ongoing debate surrounding these terms to encompass former colonized nations and economically disadvantaged countries.
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