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China’s Export Surge to Africa in 2025 Complicates Efforts to Rebalance Trade
In 2025, trade between China and Africa reached $348 billion, a 17.7% increase from 2024. As in the previous year, this growth was largely driven by rising Chinese exports, which amounted to $225 bill...
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🧵China–Africa trade hit $348B in 2025, but a surge in Chinese exports is deepening long-standing imbalances. What do the numbers really show, and why does it matter for African economies?
A thread based on a CGSP article by C.Géraud Neema.
A thread based on a CGSP article by C.Géraud Neema.
Escalating U.S.-China rivalry has turned Latin America into a central geopolitical battleground, with Washington asserting dominance and Beijing recalibrating its engagement strategy.
China’s 2026 Challenge in Latin America and the Caribbean
2025 was a rather tumultuous year for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Donald Trump’s return to the White House exacerbated geopolitical dynamics in the region, particularly in the realm of the ...
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February 15, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Escalating U.S.-China rivalry has turned Latin America into a central geopolitical battleground, with Washington asserting dominance and Beijing recalibrating its engagement strategy.
New data shows China has shifted from Africa’s largest bilateral lender to its biggest debt collector.
New Data Reveals China’s Complex Role in Africa’s Debt Portfolio
China was once Africa's largest bilateral creditor, but now, as many of those loans come due, it's become the continent's largest bilateral collector, according to a new report by the UK-based NGO ONE...
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February 15, 2026 at 3:19 PM
New data shows China has shifted from Africa’s largest bilateral lender to its biggest debt collector.
Brazil posted record cattle slaughter and beef exports in 2025, driven by strong Chinese demand, but new import quotas and potential 55% tariffs from Beijing may curb shipments and reshape the global beef trade.
Brazil Cattle Processing Hitting Record as China Devours More Beef
Brazil's cattle slaughtering activity for the fourth quarter shows beef packers boosted processing by 13.1% from the same period in 2024, according to preliminary Brazilian census bureau data released...
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February 15, 2026 at 11:39 AM
Brazil posted record cattle slaughter and beef exports in 2025, driven by strong Chinese demand, but new import quotas and potential 55% tariffs from Beijing may curb shipments and reshape the global beef trade.
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed at a White House meeting on Wednesday that the U.S. would work to reduce Iran's oil exports to China, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials briefed on the issue.
Trump, Netanyahu Agreed US Should Press Iran to Cut Oil Sales to China, Axios Reports
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed at a White House meeting on Wednesday that the U.S. would work to reduce Iran's oil exports to China, Axios reported, citing...
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February 15, 2026 at 4:00 AM
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed at a White House meeting on Wednesday that the U.S. would work to reduce Iran's oil exports to China, Axios reported, citing two U.S. officials briefed on the issue.
China and Mexico hold first talks since Mexico imposed tariffs up to 35% on Chinese imports, amid trade tensions and warnings from Beijing.
China, Mexico Held Talks Amid Trade Tensions Over Tariffs
China's chief trade negotiator, Li Chenggang, met Mexico's Deputy Economy Minister, Vidal Llerenas, in Beijing on Monday, in the first face-to-face talks since Mexico imposed higher tariffs on Chinese...
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February 13, 2026 at 1:55 PM
China and Mexico hold first talks since Mexico imposed tariffs up to 35% on Chinese imports, amid trade tensions and warnings from Beijing.
Saudi Arabia’s crude exports to China hit a multi-year high in March after Aramco cut official selling prices, boosting demand from Chinese refiners.
Saudi March Crude Oil Supply to China to Rise to Multi-Year High, Sources Say
Saudi Arabia's crude oil exports to China are set to touch a multi-year high in March after the kingdom cut its official selling prices to Asia for a fourth month and attracted more demand, several tr...
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February 13, 2026 at 1:33 PM
Saudi Arabia’s crude exports to China hit a multi-year high in March after Aramco cut official selling prices, boosting demand from Chinese refiners.
55% of Africa’s exports to China Came From Just Three Countries.
CGSP Africa Editor Géraud Neema has a full breakdown of the 2025 China-Africa trade numbers - tinyurl.com/yc32hxfk
CGSP Africa Editor Géraud Neema has a full breakdown of the 2025 China-Africa trade numbers - tinyurl.com/yc32hxfk
February 13, 2026 at 7:26 AM
55% of Africa’s exports to China Came From Just Three Countries.
CGSP Africa Editor Géraud Neema has a full breakdown of the 2025 China-Africa trade numbers - tinyurl.com/yc32hxfk
CGSP Africa Editor Géraud Neema has a full breakdown of the 2025 China-Africa trade numbers - tinyurl.com/yc32hxfk
Japanese authorities seized a Chinese fishing boat and arrested its skipper, authorities said Friday, in a move likely to further heighten tensions with Beijing.
Japan Seizes Chinese Fishing Vessel, Arrests Captain
By Hiroshi Hiyama Japanese authorities seized a Chinese fishing boat and arrested its skipper, authorities said Friday, in a move likely to further heighten tensions with Beijing. In November, Prime M...
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February 13, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Japanese authorities seized a Chinese fishing boat and arrested its skipper, authorities said Friday, in a move likely to further heighten tensions with Beijing.
China and Mexico held trade talks in Beijing after Mexico imposed tariffs up to 35% on Chinese goods.
China, Mexico Hold First Talks Since Mexico Imposed Steep Tariffs on Chinese Imports
China's chief trade negotiator Li Chenggang met Mexico's Deputy Economy Minister Vidal Llerenas in Beijing on Monday in the first face-to-face talks since Mexico imposed tariffs up to 35% on Chinese g...
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February 12, 2026 at 10:19 PM
China and Mexico held trade talks in Beijing after Mexico imposed tariffs up to 35% on Chinese goods.
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright urges expanded American investment in Venezuela’s oil and warns about Chinese deals.
U.S. Warns on Chinese Energy Role During High-Level Venezuela Visit
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright urged expanded American investment in Venezuela’s oil and gas sector during the highest-level U.S. energy-focused visit to the country in nearly three decades, follo...
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 12, 2026 at 12:17 PM
U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright urges expanded American investment in Venezuela’s oil and warns about Chinese deals.
U.S. warns Peru that China’s COSCO-built Chancay port threatens sovereignty, as exports surge and Beijing deepens trade influence in Latin America.
U.S. Warns Peru Over Chinese-Built Chancay Port as Exports Hit Record
The Trump administration warned Peru that the Chinese-built Port of Chancay risks undermining the country’s sovereignty, escalating U.S. pressure over Beijing’s growing infrastructure footprint in Lat...
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February 12, 2026 at 11:58 AM
U.S. warns Peru that China’s COSCO-built Chancay port threatens sovereignty, as exports surge and Beijing deepens trade influence in Latin America.
Indonesia just cut output at the world's largest nickel mine that's co-owned by Chinese mining major Tsingshan in a bid to boost the persistently low price of this critical resource.
Nickel Gains After Indonesia Cuts Quota for World’s Biggest Nickel Mine
Nickel climbed on Thursday, after Indonesia sharply cut this year's mining quota for PT Weda Bay Nickel, the world's biggest mine for the critical mineral. The most-active nickel contract on the Shang...
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February 12, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Indonesia just cut output at the world's largest nickel mine that's co-owned by Chinese mining major Tsingshan in a bid to boost the persistently low price of this critical resource.
The Brazilian government may assign individual export quotas for domestic beef companies selling products to China, Luis Rua, trade secretary at Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture, said in an interview on Wednesday.
Brazil Mulls Assigning Beef Export Quotas for Exporters Dealing With China, Official Says
By Roberto Samora and Ana Mano The Brazilian government may assign individual export quotas for domestic beef companies selling products to China, Luis Rua, trade secretary at Brazil's Ministry of Agr...
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February 12, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The Brazilian government may assign individual export quotas for domestic beef companies selling products to China, Luis Rua, trade secretary at Brazil's Ministry of Agriculture, said in an interview on Wednesday.
Volkswagen secured the first EU tariff exemption for a China-made EV, the Cupra Tavascan, opening the door for Chinese automakers to pursue similar deals.
After Volkswagen Deal, Chinese EV Makers Eye EU Tariff Talks of Their Own
Major Chinese automakers will be next to knock on Brussels' door after Volkswagen secured a breakthrough EU tariff reprieve for its China-made Cupra Tavascan SUV, industry insiders and analysts said. ...
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February 11, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Volkswagen secured the first EU tariff exemption for a China-made EV, the Cupra Tavascan, opening the door for Chinese automakers to pursue similar deals.
Representative Ro Khanna signaled openness to exporting older Nvidia Hopper chips to China, while opposing sales of advanced Blackwell and Rubin processors.
Top Democrat on US House China Committee Open to Nvidia H200 Sales
By Stephen Nellis, The top Democrat on a U.S. House of Representatives committee focused on China on Monday signaled that he is open to the sale of the older Nvidia generation of
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Representative Ro Khanna signaled openness to exporting older Nvidia Hopper chips to China, while opposing sales of advanced Blackwell and Rubin processors.
Zijin Mining will begin Congo’s first lithium production in June at the disputed Manono deposit, strengthening China’s foothold in Africa’s critical minerals sector.
China’s Zijin to Launch Congo’s First Lithium Output in June From Disputed Manono Deposit
By Maxwell Akalaare Adombila China’s Zijin Mining will initiate Congo’s first lithium output in June from the disputed Manono deposit and move immediately to exports, the company and state miner Comin...
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February 11, 2026 at 8:05 PM
Zijin Mining will begin Congo’s first lithium production in June at the disputed Manono deposit, strengthening China’s foothold in Africa’s critical minerals sector.
South Asia’s real crisis isn’t just great-power rivalry, it’s regional dysfunction.
February 11, 2026 at 7:24 PM
South Asia’s real crisis isn’t just great-power rivalry, it’s regional dysfunction.
China’s Special Envoy for the Middle East, Zhai Jun, met on Tuesday with the Palestinian Authority’s ambassador to Beijing, Jawad Mohammed Qutish Awad, for a briefing on the current situation in the West Bank and Gaza.
China Balances Israel Outreach With Assurances to Palestinians
China's Special Envoy for the Middle East, Zhai Jun, met on Tuesday with the Palestinian Authority's ambassador to Beijing, Jawad Mohammed Qutish Awad, for a briefing on the current situation in the W...
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:42 PM
China’s Special Envoy for the Middle East, Zhai Jun, met on Tuesday with the Palestinian Authority’s ambassador to Beijing, Jawad Mohammed Qutish Awad, for a briefing on the current situation in the West Bank and Gaza.
Chinese and Indian diplomats met in New Delhi for strategic talks to ease tensions.
China and India Meet to Calm Tensions, but Emphasize Different Priorities
Senior diplomats from China and India met in New Delhi on Tuesday for talks aimed at further de-escalating tensions between the two Asian neighbors. Chinese Executive Vice Minister Ma Zhaoxu met with ...
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:17 PM
Chinese and Indian diplomats met in New Delhi for strategic talks to ease tensions.
At African Mining Indaba 2026, the U.S. pushes to reshape Africa’s critical mineral narrative, challenging China’s longstanding influence while the global race for resources intensifies and media coverage amplifies Washington’s growing presence.
The China Factor Missing From the Headlines at This Year’s African Mining Indaba
The mining industry’s most important annual gathering is underway this week in Cape Town, South Africa, where corporate and government elites are convening for what is typically a routine, largely unr...
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 11, 2026 at 11:51 AM
At African Mining Indaba 2026, the U.S. pushes to reshape Africa’s critical mineral narrative, challenging China’s longstanding influence while the global race for resources intensifies and media coverage amplifies Washington’s growing presence.
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Is Trying to Outspend China’s BRI a Strategic Mistake?
Quincy Institute researchers Karthik Sankaran and Dan Ford argue that competing directly with China misses the point of development finance, and could undermine U.S. effectiveness in the Global South.
Quincy Institute researchers Karthik Sankaran and Dan Ford argue that competing directly with China misses the point of development finance, and could undermine U.S. effectiveness in the Global South.
February 10, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Is Trying to Outspend China’s BRI a Strategic Mistake?
Quincy Institute researchers Karthik Sankaran and Dan Ford argue that competing directly with China misses the point of development finance, and could undermine U.S. effectiveness in the Global South.
Quincy Institute researchers Karthik Sankaran and Dan Ford argue that competing directly with China misses the point of development finance, and could undermine U.S. effectiveness in the Global South.
The United States on Tuesday barred Palau Senate President Hokkons Baules and his family from entering the U.S., accusing him of corruption linked to China, as Washington pushes back on Beijing's effort to boost its influence in the Pacific.
U.S. Bars Palau Senate President, Former Marshall Islands Mayor Over China-Linked Corruption
By Michael Martina and David Brunnstrom The United States on Tuesday barred Palau Senate President Hokkons Baules and his family from entering the U.S., accusing him of corruption linked to China, as ...
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February 11, 2026 at 12:34 AM
The United States on Tuesday barred Palau Senate President Hokkons Baules and his family from entering the U.S., accusing him of corruption linked to China, as Washington pushes back on Beijing's effort to boost its influence in the Pacific.
🧵China–Africa trade hit $348B in 2025, but a surge in Chinese exports is deepening long-standing imbalances. What do the numbers really show, and why does it matter for African economies?
A thread based on a CGSP article by C.Géraud Neema.
A thread based on a CGSP article by C.Géraud Neema.
China’s Export Surge to Africa in 2025 Complicates Efforts to Rebalance Trade
In 2025, trade between China and Africa reached $348 billion, a 17.7% increase from 2024. As in the previous year, this growth was largely driven by rising Chinese exports, which amounted to $225 bill...
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 10, 2026 at 8:46 PM
🧵China–Africa trade hit $348B in 2025, but a surge in Chinese exports is deepening long-standing imbalances. What do the numbers really show, and why does it matter for African economies?
A thread based on a CGSP article by C.Géraud Neema.
A thread based on a CGSP article by C.Géraud Neema.
Cambodia and China launch their first public-private dialogue to ease barriers for Chinese firms.
Cambodia, China Launch Dialogue to Address Investment Challenges
Cambodia and China held their first public-private sector dialogue on Monday to tackle operational barriers facing Chinese enterprises. Deputy Prime Minister Sun Chanthol and Chinese Ambassador Wang W...
chinaglobalsouth.com
February 10, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Cambodia and China launch their first public-private dialogue to ease barriers for Chinese firms.
Angola ships its first copper concentrates from the Tetelo mine, marking a milestone as the oil-rich country diversifies into clean energy minerals.
Oil-Rich Angola Makes First Major Copper Exports
By Brian Benza Angola's first major copper mine shipped its first concentrates in January, an official said on Tuesday, the first such exports of the clean energy metal as the oil-rich African country...
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February 10, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Angola ships its first copper concentrates from the Tetelo mine, marking a milestone as the oil-rich country diversifies into clean energy minerals.