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Exploring China's burgeoning influence in Africa.
If you're curious about international relations and current geopolitical shifts, "China Safari" is an eye-opener. It delves into how China's quest for resources and influence is reshaping Africa, offering a ground-level view of this complex intercontinental relationship. It's insightful for anyone interested in the global balance of power and Sino-African dynamics.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781568586069
Publisher: Nation Books
Date of Publication: 2009-06-30
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.77
(rated by 195 readers)
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Exploring China's burgeoning influence in Africa.
If you're curious about international relations and current geopolitical shifts, "China Safari" is an eye-opener. It delves into how China's quest for resources and influence is reshaping Africa, offering a ground-level view of this complex intercontinental relationship. It's insightful for anyone interested in the global balance of power and Sino-African dynamics.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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