Nearly 100 senior military officers from over 40 African nations began a 10-day official visit to China on Monday.
The delegation, which includes representatives from Egypt, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Kenya, is visiting at the invitation of China’s Defence Ministry.
Throughout the visit, the officers will engage in strategic exchanges and tours in cities such as Beijing, Changsha, and Shaoshan.
The Chinese Defence Ministry stated the programme aims to deepen mutual understanding and expand military cooperation between China and the African continent.
This high-level visit comes on the heels of China’s growing military outreach in Africa, marked by significant pledges made earlier this year.
In January, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi committed 1 billion yuan (approximately $136 million) in military aid to Africa.
He also promised training for 6,000 African soldiers and 1,000 police officers, reflecting Beijing’s evolving security engagement on the continent.
The visit closely follows the conclusion of the “Eagles of Civilization 2025” air force drill, held jointly by China and Egypt in North Africa.
That 18-day exercise, conducted at an Egyptian air base, ended just one day before the delegation’s arrival in China.
Observers see the visit as another sign of Beijing’s ambition to cement long-term security partnerships with African nations.
It also underscores China’s soft-power strategy of blending military diplomacy with development support in a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape.
As global power dynamics continue to evolve, China’s expanding footprint in Africa reflects a deliberate investment in future alliances.
