Initiative for U.S.-China Dialogue on Global Issues

China is now an important peace and security actor on the African continent. It is the largest contributor of UN Peacekeeping troops among the Permanent Members of the UN Security Council and has played an active role in conflict mediation in several countries to date. However, Chinese actors have also been accused of exacerbating conflicts and undermining human security in many parts of the continent. In what ways are Chinese actors exacerbating conflicts and undermining human security, and how are they simultaneously aiding in conflict mediation and peaceful development efforts in Africa? Five early career African researchers present new research based in Cameroon, Kenya, Somaliland, and Zimbabwe to unpack some answers.

This event is co-sponsored by Georgetown University’s Africa-China Initiative, the Initiative for U.S.-China Dialogue on Global Issues, and the African Studies and Asian Studies Programs at the Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, as well as Howard University’s Center for African Studies.