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China is a leading actor in the Global South, playing a vital role in building infrastructure, capacity development and long-term cooperation across Africa, according to Dan Banik, professor of political science at the University of Oslo. In an interview with CGTN, he rejects claims of "debt-trap diplomacy," citing a lack of evidence and noting China's contributions to development financing, health, education and energy.
China is a leading actor in the Global South, playing a vital role in building infrastructure, capacity development and long-term cooperation across Africa, according to Dan Banik, professor of political science at the University of Oslo. In an interview with CGTN, he rejects claims of "debt-trap diplomacy," citing a lack of evidence and noting China's contributions to development financing, health, education and energy.