China’s political interest in Africa’s rare earth metals
https://doi.org/10.48137/2074-2975_2025_4_51
Abstract
This article examines China’s rare earth metals policy in Africa as part of its global strategy to secure access to critical resources. It analyzes the importance of rare earth metals for high-tech industries, China’s invest ment mechanisms, the «resources for development» model, and interac tions with African states.
About the Author
A. Manuylova
Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
MANUYLOVA Anastasia E. – postgraduate student at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia.
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For citations:
Manuylova A. China’s political interest in Africa’s rare earth metals. Обозреватель–Observer. 2025;(4):51-60. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.48137/2074-2975_2025_4_51
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