China rolls out red carpet for African leaders as it strategizes against the West

Published September 4, 2024 2:45pm ET

China is rolling out the red carpet for 53 African leaders as it seeks to strengthen ties and cement its influence in the mineral-rich and strategically centered continent.

The three-day summit in Beijing began on Wednesday and comes as China tries to counter U.S. and European influence in the region to gain global dominance.