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Special Report-China builds space alliances in Africa as Trump cuts foreign aid


Published on 2025-02-11 07:02:33 - MSN
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  • By Joey Roulette, Eduardo Baptista, Sarah El Safty and Joe Brock (Reuters) - On the outskirts of Cairo, a cutting-edge space lab was supposed to be the first in Africa to produce homegrown satellites.

The article from MSN discusses China's strategic expansion into Africa's space sector as the U.S. under the Trump administration has reduced its foreign aid. China has been actively forging space alliances, providing satellite technology, and training programs to African nations, thereby increasing its influence on the continent. This move is part of China's broader Belt and Road Initiative, aiming to extend its geopolitical and economic reach. Meanwhile, the U.S. has cut back on foreign aid, including programs that could foster space cooperation, potentially ceding ground to China in this new frontier of international relations. The article highlights the implications of these shifts, suggesting that China's investments could lead to long-term strategic advantages in space technology and diplomacy in Africa.

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