Interview
As China debt looms, Kenya president seeks more diverse funding
Ruto inks deal with Japan on samurai bond amid diplomatic blitz
Politics
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Technology
Chinese construction firms to invest up to $7bn in Congo cobalt mine
China Railway and Sinohydro to build roads, hospitals in exchange for joint venture stake
The Nikkei View
World's 'forgotten conflicts' must not be left to grow unchecked
Prolonged crises can lead to international terrorism and humanitarian issues
International relations
China deepens ties with Global South to counter U.S.-led order
Wang Yi's 6-nation tour garners support for One China principle, Belt and Road
Israel-Hamas war
Xi calls for Gaza cease-fire, release of civilians, at BRICS summit
China's leader seeks 'authoritative' peace conference to solve Palestinian question
Interview
Climate action crucial to reducing poverty, World Bank official says
China's status could be discussed in next capital increase, van Trotsenburg says
International relations
Japan takes regional approach to diplomacy with ASEAN, Central Asia
Tokyo draws inspiration from 30-year-old TICAD framework for Africa
Belt and Road
U.S., EU to support African railway development to counter China
West eyes mineral-rich corridor in Angola, DRC, Zambia as Belt and Road slows
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G20 Summit
Modi welcomes African Union into G20 as part of Global South push
Consensus on African grouping's inclusion praised as 'very positive news'
G20 Summit
India opens G20 seeking Global South wins despite Ukraine impasse
Modi aims to secure spot for African Union in divided group
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Opinion
India has more to offer Africa than just trade
Sharing of public technology platform know-how could have major impact
Commodities
China bankrolls Africa railroad to cut Australia iron-ore reliance
Costly infrastructure in Guinea will unlock world's largest untapped source
Politics
Niger tensions threaten Chinese projects, as dam building stops
Beijing tells citizens to leave, stoking fears PetroChina pipeline works may stall
Comment
Will anti-Westernism sweep Global South?
Resentment against former colonial powers still festers in some emerging nations
International relations
Japan foreign minister courts Russia's partners on Africa tour
Hayashi visiting South Africa, Uganda and Ethiopia to discuss Ukraine grain deal
Supply Chain
Japan builds supply chain for EV battery minerals in Africa
Tokyo eyes exploration with Zambia, Congo and Namibia to counter China
Belt and Road
China's Belt and Road pivots from coal plants to data centers
Concern about costs puts more focus on biotech and digital projects
International relations
G-7 to show commitment to Global South, Kishida says in Africa
Ghanian and Kenyan leaders affirm opposition to Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Interview
Investment in developing nations may hit 20-year low: World Bank official
Private-sector money to poorest areas is sinking, agency chief warns
International relations
Kengo Kuma repays Ghana for inspiration by designing school
Star Japanese architect made 'most important trip' of his life to Africa in 1978
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International relations
Japan steps up diplomacy to avoid 'losing' Global South to China
Kishida plots Africa tour ahead of G-7 summit to compete for influence
Energy
China holds upper hand in battle with U.S. for Africa's energy
Growing competition could 'reshape global power dynamics,' analyst says
International relations
Japan's Kishida plans Africa trip to woo Global South ahead of G-7
First trip by Japanese leader in seven years aims to counter China and Russia
International relations
U.S. touts export curbs on surveillance tools at democracy summit
Participant list shows focus on Africa amid competition for clout with China, Russia