Growing ties between China and Africa. Where are the relations headed?

Over the last few weeks, Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang has welcomed visits by several of his counterparts from Zimbabwe, Ethiopia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 

This as multilateral cooperation and strategic development strengthen between China and the African continent. How will this growing relationship impact international order?

Joining the discussion: 

• Sanusha Naidu is a Foreign Policy Analyst.
• Joseph Ochieno from Kampala is a Writer and Commentator on African Affairs.
• Einar Tangen is Senior Fellow at the Taihe Institute

China, South Africa vow to further deepen comprehensive strategic partnershiphttps://t.co/QI88Z26hvZ

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“Warm Children’s Hearts”, a health project launched by China and Africa, brings care and love to African orphans. pic.twitter.com/vvFZqU3LdZ

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