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August 6, 2014

Africa: China's Foreign Aid - How Big Is It and What Is Its Aim?

China has greatly increased its foreign aid to developing countries in the recent years. On one hand China hopes to promote bilateral relations with recipient countries to enhance economic and trade cooperation; on the other the fast rising nation is shouldering its international responsibilities and promoting poverty reduction.

September 17, 2013

Increased 'Chinalisation' of Uganda Could Boomerang

Economic ties between China and Africa have grown steadily over the years, as reflected in trends of aid to and trade with Africa in recent years. For instance, by last year, trade between Africa and China stood at $200bn compared to $9bn in 2000 China and Uganda diplomatic relations date back to 1962, when Uganda got its independence.