China's grand welcoming of over 50 African leaders in Beijing showcases its intent to bolster ties and position itself as a defender of developing nations against Western influence.
Xi Jinping emphasizes that 'modernization is an inalienable right of all countries,' while critiquing the Western approach that has led to suffering in the developing world.
The three-day forum is a strategic move by China to demonstrate its global influence amidst rising tensions with the West, particularly after recent geopolitical shifts.
Experts note that as the U.S. and Europe become less engaged with Africa, China is seizing the opportunity to deepen its geopolitical presence on the continent.
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