The China-Global South Podcast
Bases, Training and Weapon Sales: Latest Trends in China-Africa Military Ties
Jul 11, 2023
This podcast discusses China's military engagement in Africa, including recent visits by Chinese warships and the involvement of Russian mercenaries. The podcast explores the dual nature of Chinese port building, China's military ties and basing strategy in Africa, and the opportunities and challenges in China-Africa educational relations. It also compares the training and education provided by the US/Europe and China for African defense officials.
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- China-Africa military ties are not limited to trade, but also encompass security and military cooperation.
- China's professional military education programs in Africa aim to influence African security concepts and expand China's influence in the military sphere.
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China-Africa military relationship goes beyond trade and economics
The podcast episode highlights that the China-Africa relationship is not solely focused on extractive industries and trade, but also on security and military cooperation. While trade between China and Africa has been stagnant, the political-military relationship has been growing. The episode discusses recent developments in the security realm, such as the involvement of the Wagner group in the Central African Republic and the visit of Chinese warships to ports in Ghana and Nigeria. These interactions highlight the importance of the military dimension in the China-Africa relationship.
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