BEYOND ECONOMICS THE EVOLVING DIMENSIONS OF CHINA–AFRICA RELATIONS IN POLITICS, CULTURE, AND SECURITY

Abstract

In addition to economic exchanges, the future of China-Africa relations will encompass a variety of political, cultural, social, and military interactions. The trajectory is growing more complex as a result of shifting geopolitics and the growth of African countries, even if there are still significant economic ties. By funding peacekeeping efforts, expanding its military, or playing a more active role in resolving regional conflicts, Beijing may improve its diplomatic ties with certain African nations. Interactions across cultures are expected to be crucial in fostering mutual understanding, with deeper cultural integration resulting from increased collaborations in education, language learning initiatives, and tourism. However, there are still problems, such as concerns about deal transparency, debt sustainability, and environmental effects; therefore, it needs to get past these challenges and implement a comprehensive, inclusive approach that goes beyond economic considerations in order to create a relationship that is full and advantageous to all parties. However, the other aspects of China-African kinship—military, political, educational, and infrastructure—will be the main subject of this paper. The other elements that are connected to the economic connection will be covered in detail in this article. Constructivism theory is the concept underlying this issue, and a mixed technique would be employed to gather the pertinent data in order to better comprehend it.

Keywords: China Interest, Africa Concerns, Military, Political, Educational, Infrastructure