China Courts African Leaders with Lavish Summit

President Xi Jinping seeks to deepen ties with African nations while addressing economic challenges and criticisms of Chinese lending practices.

Beijing hosts the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation with leaders from 50 African nations attending.
China aims to position itself as the leader of the Global South and counter Western influence.
African leaders call for more balanced trade and sustainable investments from China.
China's economic slowdown and property crisis limit its ability to offer new loans.
China seeks greater access to African minerals and markets for renewable energy products.