Exploiting Africa
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Exploiting Africa examines China's role in Algeria, Ghana, and Tanzania from the 1950s to the 1970s. The Chinese arrived in Africa with little fanfare, yet they achieved an active presence that was more pragmatic than revolutionary. Though often couched in ideological rhetoric, Chinese goals in Africa were those of an aspiring world power. China skillfully used its limited diplomatic, intelligence, and economic means to shape events and to exploit its relationships to gain lasting influence on the continent. It is crucial to understand the nature and character of China's historical actions in Africa in order to properly grasp the nation's current and future policies. Rather than merely looking forward, one must look backward to comprehend the true nature of China in Africa.
Donovan C. Chau is an associate professor of political science at California State University, San Bernardino, USA. Educated at Claremont McKenna College, Missouri State University, both USA, and the University of Reading, UK, his teaching and research focus on international politics, particularly in Asia and Africa. Prior to entering academia, Dr. Chau worked as a subject matter expert on U.S. government contracts and as a professional staff member in the U.S. House of Representatives.