The African-Asian summit kicks off in the Indonesian city of Bandung. So much emphasis these days is placed on the growing economic ties between China and various African countries. While it might be anticipated that the future of this relationship would help spur much needed economic growth on the African continent, I seem to have a different opinion.
China’s main interest in Africa is raw materials. Driven by the need to satisfy its humongous population with the trappings of a modern life, China seems to be stretching out its tentacles all across the globe grabbing markets. The Chinese have found a way…more
Sphere: Related ContentPosted by Duane On April - 21 - 2005
December 12th, 2005 at 10:38 am
Yes. The future of Africa is not China. Because, Africans don’t like the Chinese. And we don’t trust them.
Personally I am totally against any oppressive and repressive government.
China has arrested and jailed online journalists and is monitoring Chinese bloggers.
China has interests in Nigerian railways and energy. So, America and Europe must beware on the incursions of China into Nigeria.
Before they swarm Nigeria with their cheap goods and China Towns.