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US and Chinese influence in Africa

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UPDATED: Friday, July 31, 2015 04:12
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Saturday, July 25, 2015 11:42 AM

KPO

Sometimes you own the libs. Sometimes, the libs own you.


Just a snapshot, in one small country, but interesting: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-33643385

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Sunday, July 26, 2015 4:55 PM

KPO

Sometimes you own the libs. Sometimes, the libs own you.


NYT, on Chinese investment in Africa:

"China’s money has made it harder for Western-led institutions like the World Bank to demand economic reforms and environmental standards."

http://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2015/07/24/business/international/t
he-world-according-to-china-investment-maps.html?_r=0


It's not personal. It's just war.

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Thursday, July 30, 2015 10:24 PM

GEEZER

Keep the Shiny side up


Not hard to figure.

The U.S. says aid and investment are contingent on African governments moving towards democracy and equal rights.

The Chinese say, "We don't care how you run your country as long as we can extract your natural resources...and by the way, here's some weapons for your army and police, and a nice chunk of change for your Swiss bank account."


"When your heart breaks, you choose what to fill the cracks with. Love or hate. But hate won't ever heal. Only love can do that."

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Friday, July 31, 2015 4:12 AM

PEACEKEEPER

Keeping order in every verse


I thought the main influence was killing indigenous, protected wildlife for fun!!!!


With the grace of age, commander, we learn to accept.

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