Western states, including the US, are competing with China for critical minerals in Africa, with Kenya and the US nearing a deal.
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Updated oct 20
The latest in this situation
- Xi Jinping proposed mining cooperation with Africa and supported Nigeria's mining development path during the meeting.
- Botswana reaffirmed support for China's claim over Taiwan during the high-level meeting in Beijing.
- Xi Jinping met with Botswana's President in Beijing to discuss African mineral resources and China's support for African resources.
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What happened
Western states, including the US, are competing with China for critical minerals in Africa, with Kenya and the US nearing a deal.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Xi Jinping met with Botswana's President in Beijing to discuss African mineral resources and China's support for African resources.Sub-event
G7 and Western states are vying with China for African critical minerals.1 source
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The entities involved
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Kenya
country in Eastern Africa
- Nigeria is currently engaged in a competitive landscape against South Africa, Ghana, Egypt, and Kenya for regional and foreign investment, with the Naira's performance being a key factor.
- Multiple African nations, including Nigeria, Kenya, and Mozambique, are experiencing an energy sector resurgence and attracting significant capital investment.
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Beijing
capital city of China
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International Energy Agency
autonomous intergovernmental organisation