India, Japan, and China are deepening cooperation and competition over critical minerals in Africa and the Indian Ocean.

The entities involved

• Africa →

  continent

  • Congressional bodies are currently debating and allocating funds for various international issues, including the Central Africa Ebola response and potential Iran war funding.16:47
  • Niger is projected to have the most rapid population growth, while Africa has a lower population density than China.16:12
• China →

  cultural region, ancient civilization, and nation in East Asia; mostly refers to the People's Republic of China in political situation and rarely refers to the Republic of China

  • Chinese firms are now competing for contracts within the Indian thermal power sector.13:34
  • Aegon, a company headquartered in the Netherlands, has established a global operational footprint through partnerships and joint ventures in China, Spain, and Portugal.13:16
• Indian Ocean →

  ocean bounded by Africa, Asia, Australia, and Antarctica

  • The Indian Navy conducts training and exercises across the Indian Ocean, Southeast Asia, and Atlantic approaches.Wed 18:23
  • Hapag-Lloyd Cruises is offering new itineraries that include the Antarctic, Indian Ocean, and Caribbean regions.Wed 14:22

Related events

• Japan is seeking investment opportunities and strengthening its economic partnership with Africa.Wed 12:34
• Xi Jinping urged African nations to control resources as US and Australia compete for mineral rights in Kenya.12:20
• India and Africa established a historic partnership focusing on development, digital governance, and AI cooperation.Sat 03:47
• Xi Jinping met with Botswana's President in Beijing to discuss African mineral resources and China's support for African resources.Wed 06:45
• Experts and banks discuss Africa's development financing and GDP growth, alongside Indian partnership efforts.Wed 03:28