Day: August 17, 2023
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The Belt and Road Initiative Is Changing But It’s Not Going Away
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Graph of the Day: Comparing U.S. and China’s Investment Clout in Southeast Asia
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China and Kenya to Collaborate on Film-Making
The Chinese and Kenyan governments signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly develop their film industries and to boost exchange programs between the two countries. The agreement with China Film Administration came as Kenya hosted a large new film festival commemorating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
South African Dance Craze Travels to China
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