Paul Nantulya
Research associate at the Africa Strategic Studies Center in Washington, D.C. Expert on China-Africa security relations.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 36min
Africa is a Testing Ground for China’s Global Security Initiative
Paul Nantulya, a research associate at the Africa Strategic Studies Center, dives into China's growing role in African security. He discusses China's Global Security Initiative, contrasting it with Western military approaches. Paul highlights how African leaders navigate loans and partnerships while assessing security training from China. The conversation sheds light on the complexities of China-Africa relations, emphasizing the reciprocal nature of security support and diplomatic backing. It's a riveting exploration of how these dynamics shape Africa's future.
Jun 20, 2025 • 57min
China's Africa Security Strategy: Training, Arms, and Political Influence
Paul Nantulya, a veteran military analyst and research associate at the Africa Center for Strategic Studies, dives into China's robust military engagement in Africa. He reveals that Chinese arms supply has surged, now equipping 70% of African militaries. Officer training programs have skyrocketed from under 200 to over 2,000 participants. Nantulya discusses the implications of China's security cooperation, the political alignment of African forces, and how these developments challenge traditional views of military influence on the continent.
