CAIF Acts As Bridge In Promoting China-Africa Industrial Cooperation And Trade Relations

This year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the China Africa Industrial Forum (CAIF). An outcome of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), the mechanism has facilitated China-Africa exchanges and engagement in diverse fields. In the past 15 years, CAIF has helped hundreds of Chinese enterprises to invest in Africa, which has speeded… Continue reading CAIF Acts As Bridge In Promoting China-Africa Industrial Cooperation And Trade Relations

Industrial Parks Can Play Pivotal Role In Promoting Industrialisation On The African Continent

Residents walk past the Hawassa Industrial Park in Hawassa, Ethiopia, on 3 July 2016. Photo: Xinhua

As African countries look to enhance their manufacturing industries and speed up industrialisation, they are learning valuable insights from the development experience of industrial parks worldwide, particularly from China.  Since the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in 2013, China has substantially increased its investment in infrastructure development in Africa, undertaking the construction of… Continue reading Industrial Parks Can Play Pivotal Role In Promoting Industrialisation On The African Continent

China Is Expected To Play Bigger Role In Africa’s Path To Industrialisation

As Africa pushes forward its industrialisation process, the Chinese-built industrial parks and free trade zones have assumed special significance as drivers of the region’s industrial development and job creation. At the same time, Africa is also learning from China’s successful experience in industrialisation.  What are the ways in which China and African countries can deepen… Continue reading China Is Expected To Play Bigger Role In Africa’s Path To Industrialisation

China-Africa Cooperation In Trade, Investment And Economic Development Is On The Right Track

Ethiopian Airlines launches a China-Africa flight in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, on 26 October 2023

The end of the year 2023 and the beginning of 2024 mark a remarkable phase in China-Africa relations. This relationship has evolved significantly and Africa continues to register key milestones in its economic development, particularly in trade, investment and infrastructure. The remarkable growth can be attributed to initiatives by the Chinese government such as the… Continue reading China-Africa Cooperation In Trade, Investment And Economic Development Is On The Right Track

Reflections On The second Forum On China-Africa Cooperation In Agriculture

Chinese and African Delegates attend the second Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Agriculture (FOCACA) in China on 13 - 15 November 2023. Photo: Chinese Embassy in Zimbabwe

The second Forum on China-Africa Cooperation in Agriculture (FOCACA) held in Sanya, south China’s Hainan Province, from 13 to 15 November 2023 has emerged as a catalyst for enhanced food cooperation between China and Africa. The outcomes of this pivotal event deepened the commitment of the two sides to cooperation, focusing on mutual benefit, sustainable… Continue reading Reflections On The second Forum On China-Africa Cooperation In Agriculture

Chinese Foreign Minister Conveys Important Messages During His Trip to Africa

The diplomatic protocol of the Chinese foreign minister beginning a year’s foreign visits in Africa highlights the distinct Chinese characteristics and style in its relations with Africa. For more than 30 years, such visits have allowed Chinese foreign ministers to engage in face-to-face discussions and learn first-hand about the economic and social development in Africa,… Continue reading Chinese Foreign Minister Conveys Important Messages During His Trip to Africa

China-Africa Cooperation Showed New Vitality in 2023

The year 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and the 10th year since Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Africa in 2013, his first foreign visit after taking office, during which he proposed the principles of sincerity, real results, amity and good faith for China’s Africa policy and the principle… Continue reading China-Africa Cooperation Showed New Vitality in 2023

Africa Records Impressive Accomplishments During the First Decade of the Agenda 2063 Blueprint

It is truly remarkable to see the substantial progress that the African Union has achieved in implementing the Agenda 2063 in its initial decade from 2014 to 2023. This period has witnessed significant accomplishments that have laid the foundation for Africa’s development, collaboration, and strategic partnerships.   One of the most noteworthy achievements during this timeframe… Continue reading Africa Records Impressive Accomplishments During the First Decade of the Agenda 2063 Blueprint

China-Algeria Relations Continue to Grow 65 Years After Their Establishment

Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune visited China on 17-21 July at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, receiving a warm welcome from the Chinese government and people.  The Chinese people often describe the China-Algeria bond as an enduring friendship deeply rooted in the hearts of the two peoples. Whenever the restoration of China’s legitimate seat… Continue reading China-Algeria Relations Continue to Grow 65 Years After Their Establishment

China-Africa Economic And Trade Expo Propels Closer Economic Partnership

For much of the past 20 years, the Chinese economic engagement with Africa could be summarised in two words: investment and trade. During this period, China’s trade figures with African nations have been remarkable. For instance, in 2022, China-Africa trade surged to a record high of $282 billion, highlighting how China’s business cooperation with the… Continue reading China-Africa Economic And Trade Expo Propels Closer Economic Partnership

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