China's Free-Trade Offer to Africa Won't Solve Trade Imbalance: Expert Analysis
China has expanded zero-tariff market access for African countries, but experts argue this will not fundamentally resolve trade imbalances. The analysis highlights Africa's continued reliance on primary commodities for exports as a barrier to moving up global value chains.
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