英文摘要 |
In the twenty-first century, China and Africa achieved major leaps forward in bilateral relations, particularly in terms of trade and investment and economic development. China's capital and aid play an important role in the local development of Africa. Following the flow of capital, Chinese entrepreneurs, retailers, technicians and laborers entered into Africa and reshaped China-Africa relations through various interactions with locals. As China's presence and influence in Africa exceeded western countries, the latter began to direct more attention to the phenomenon. Accordingly, western scholars reached various tentative conclusions on China's development in Africa. Some observers argue that China has its eyes trained on Africa's natural resources. China's moves in Africa have given rise to a new colonial relationship with the continent --- a popular interpretation in many western countries. An alternative reading comes from neo-liberalism and argues that Chinese capital and development aid help to drive economic development in Africa. In some sense, at least African countries have not been bound by the ''curse of resources.'' In response, China has repeatedly emphasized its role in active development of infrastructure and contributions in Africa. Based on the above, this paper seeks to describe the contours of China-Africa relations and its development under the shadow of new colonialism. |