China will urge a summit with 50 African nations to boost imports of its goods, especially EVs and solar panels, before Western export curbs take effect. In return, Beijing promises more loans and investments.
African leaders attending the event will push for China to fulfill its 2021 pledge to buy $300 billion in goods and seek updates on incomplete Chinese-funded infrastructure projects, such as the East African railway.
China’s shift from big-ticket infrastructure to selling advanced green technologies will be a focus. Leaders will seek to align their proposals with China’s evolving priorities.
Beijing’s top priority is finding buyers for its EVs and solar panels amid looming Western restrictions. China has started adjusting loan conditions, favoring green energy projects over traditional infrastructure.
China’s role as Africa’s key financial partner makes the summit crucial. African leaders will push for a better balance of benefits, while China may be cautious with new funding, given security concerns and recent debt restructuring efforts.
