China to ramp up policy steps to revive economy but no ‘bazooka’ stimulus seen

Policymakers are navigating a complicated economic landscape, with China’s reliance on infrastructure spending to drive growth exacerbating debt risks BEIJING – Chinese policymakers will likely step up measures to at…

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Russia’s growing influence in Africa calls for more balanced partnerships

Moscow is making progress through bilateral agreements, but African states should not get involved in a global proxy conflict. In early June, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visited Guinea, the…

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Can FOCAC adapt to meet Africa’s long-term needs?

African countries’ bilateral deals with China should be clearly aligned with the continent’s development goals. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) has been a cornerstone of Africa-China relations since its…

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