Tuesday, August 31, 2010

What Is Fueling China's Interest in Africa?

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With a growing population, increasing unemployment, a vibrant manufacturing sector and fast improving life-styles, China’s demand for natural resources, markets for its products and job opportunities is growing at astronomical rates. This has made it seek new sources of resources, markets and employment for its people and Africa fits the bill.
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1 comment:

Ashley Hall said...

It will be interesting to see how China's expansion into Africa will impact its own economic status. I think these commercial ties could be beneficial to many parts of Africa, but the world will be watching to see just how China goes about making such developments. Thanks for sharing these resources, Laurel.