Mapping the Future of China-Africa Relations: How the Continent can Benefit
This report evaluates the potential for strategic cooperation between the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), exploring four approaches to enhance China–Africa trade relations.
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| Report location: | source |
| Language: | English |
| Publisher: | South African Institute of International Affairs |
| Publication date: | November 12, 2021 |
| Authors: | OVIGWE EGUEGU, Ovigwe Eguegu, YIKE FU, Yike Fu |
| Geographic focus: | Africa, China |
| Page count: | 34 |
Methods
The research method involved a comparative assessment using a SWOT-like framework and a gravity model of trade to evaluate four potential cooperation approaches between the AfCFTA and the BRI. Recommendations were formulated based on the analysis. * A mix of quantitative and qualitative methods used
- Forecasting Methods
Key Insights
The paper assesses the potential for strategic cooperation between the AfCFTA and the BRI, examining four approaches: business-as-usual, coordinated investment in priority sectors, managed economic integration, and a China-Africa Free Trade Agreement. It provides recommendations for policymakers, civil society, and think tanks to maximize benefits from China–Africa engagements.
Drivers mentioned include:
- Coordinated China-Africa economic development.
Additional Viewpoints
Categories: 2021 publication year | Africa geographic scope | China geographic scope | English publication language | Global geographic scope | afcfta | african continental free trade agreement | belt and road initiative | bri | china | china–africa relations | civil society engagement | economic integration | fdi | infrastructure development | other geographic scope | policy | policy recommendations | strategic partnerships | trade | trade cooperation