Under President Xi Jinping, China has built an unrivaled diplomatic network in Africa. With embassies in 53 of the continent’s 54 countries, only Eswatini – which recognises Taipei rather than Beijing as the seat of China’s government – lies outside its orbit. All other African states have broken off relations with Taiwan, over which Beijing claims authority.The African countries to have most recently switched from recognising the Republic of China […]
Under President Xi Jinping, China has built an unrivaled diplomatic network in Africa. With embassies in 53 of the continent’s 54 countries, only Eswatini – which recognises Taipei rather than Beijing as the seat of China’s government – lies outside its orbit. All other African states have broken off relations with Taiwan, over which Beijing claims authority.The African countries to have most recently switched from recognising the Republic of China […] Read More