How China is filling void left by France, US with stronger military ties in Africa’s Sahel
The appointment of China's new defence attache to Niger signals a larger move by Beijing to fortify security in Africa, ...
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Chinese Investors Seek Partnership with Niger State in Agriculture and Mining
A delegation of Chinese investors has expressed interest in partnering with the Niger State Government to boost development ...
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Niger cosies up to ‘new friends’ China and Russia just days after sending US military packing
On March 16, Niger's government broke off "with immediate effect" its military cooperation agreement with the US. The very next week, officials from the Chinese embassy in capital Niamey as well ...
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ISIS terrorists abduct Chinese nationals in Niger Republic
Two Chinese nationals have been abducted during a coordinated attack in the city of Agadez, Niger Republic by suspected ISIS Sahel militants. Two Nigerien security personnel from the Garde ...
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ISIS Sahel Militants Reportedly Kidnap Chinese Nationals, Kill Guards In Niger Republic
At least two Chinese nationals working for the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) have been abducted by suspected ISIS SAHEL militants in Niger. The attack, which took place on Sunday in ...
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Chinese oil majors streamline operations with overseas asset sales
China’s top oil and gas companies are selling off underperforming assets and streamlining operations as part of ongoing restructuring ...
How Sahel states ditched Western mining interests
Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso no longer orient themselves towards France or Western business interests. As demand for raw materials grows, this pivot may have significant consequences for Europe’s ...