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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 1h

Manila's coast guard accused a Chinese ship of deliberately ramming a Philippine government vessel anchored near an island in the South China Sea on Sunday.

Philippines Says Chinese Ship Rammed Government Vessel in Disputed Sea

Manila's coast guard accused a Chinese ship of deliberately ramming a Philippine government vessel anchored near an island in the South China Sea on Sunday. Confrontations between Philippine and Chine...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 9h

In many African countries, the future of electricity generation lies in renewables, and South Africa, where over 85% of the energy comes from coal-fired power plants, is already undergoing a shift.

South Africa Solar Boom Signals Rebellion Against “Malfunctioning Energy Systems”

In many African countries, the future of electricity generation lies in renewables, and South Africa, where over 85% of the energy comes from coal-fired power plants, is already undergoing a shift. La...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 10h

🧵Thread Wrap: Purchase a copy of the book and receive a 20% discount through October 31, 2026, by entering the code ECDT25 at checkout: cambridge.org/9781009672269

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 18h

Kenya restructures $3.5B in railway debt into RMB, with projected savings of $215M and reshaping debt politics for Africa.

We discuss this deal and look at the future of RMB internationalization in this week's China in Africa podcast episode.

Watch - tinyurl.com/maye3b4

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 12h

Can Latin America engage with China pragmatically amid ideological headwinds? Can policymakers reconcile values with economic realities?

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 12h

China’s Leverage in Latin America Outlasts Politics. Local elites and markets tether economies to China, blunting rhetoric while investment grows.

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

Indonesia is negotiating with Chinese creditors to restructure $7.3B in Whoosh railway debt, mirroring Kenya’s recent yuan swap deal. tinyurl.com/8wnwv8y5

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 18h

Kenya restructures $3.5B in railway debt into RMB, with projected savings of $215M and reshaping debt politics for Africa.

We discuss this deal and look at the future of RMB internationalization in this week's China in Africa podcast episode.

Watch - tinyurl.com/maye3b4

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

Kenya converts dollar loans to yuan, saving hundreds of millions while China avoids a haircut and boosts RMB use. Eric Olander maps the winners and ripple effects.

Watch the analysis - tinyurl.com/y7sv2jn6

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 1d

Indonesia and China are negotiating with China’s economic planner, the NDRC, to fix a funding shortfall at Whoosh, the Jakarta–Bandung high-speed rail.

China-Indonesia High-Speed Rail Debt: Danantara’s Two Options

Indonesia and China are negotiating with China’s economic planner, the NDRC, to fix a funding shortfall at Whoosh, the Jakarta–Bandung high-speed rail. The gap emerged after costs rose by about $1.2 b...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 1d

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday, praising the two countries' "friendly and cooperative relations", as Kim oversaw celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the ruling Workers' Party, state media reported.

North Korea’s Kim Hails ‘Cooperative’ Ties With China at State Celebration

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un held talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday, praising the two countries'

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 1d

The race for artificial intelligence supremacy is now global. As the United States and China compete to define the future of AI, their rivalry increasingly shapes how they engage with the rest of the world.

Digital Silk Road 2.0: How China Is Shaping Central Asia’s AI Ecosystem

The race for artificial intelligence supremacy is now global. As the United States and China compete to define the future of AI, their rivalry increasingly shapes how they engage with the rest of the ...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

The U.S. hit more than 50 entities tied to Iran’s oil exports—including Chinese refineries and a port—in its latest sanctions push. Washington says it’s dismantling Tehran’s “energy export machine.”

U.S. Expands Iran Sanctions, Targeting Chinese Firms Tied to Oil Shipments

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on dozens of people, companies and ships tied to Iran's oil sector, stepping up its campaign against a key revenue source for Tehran. The Treasury annou...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

Japan and the Philippines launched their first joint air drills under a new defense pact, coinciding with upcoming China-Malaysia naval exercises.

Japan, Philippines Inaugural Joint Exercises Begin as China Announces Plans for South China Sea Drills

Japan and the Philippines kicked off a five-day joint air force exercise this week on the central island of Cebu, marking the first time the two militaries have trained together since a Reciprocal Acc...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

Indonesia is negotiating with Chinese creditors to restructure $7.3B in Whoosh railway debt, mirroring Kenya’s recent yuan swap deal. tinyurl.com/8wnwv8y5

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

China is undertaking a major oil stockpiling campaign, adding 169 million barrels to its reserves.

China Races to Stockpile Cheap Oil, Expanding Strategic Reserves Amid Global Tensions

China is in the midst of a massive oil stockpiling campaign that will add at least 169 million barrels of crude to its strategic reserves over the next year. So far, 37 million barrels of storage capa...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

The episode previewed Francisco Urdinez's forthcoming book, Economic Displacement: China and the End of US Primacy in Latin America, looking at how China’s rise (trade + finance) intersects with U.S. retrenchment in South America

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

USAID matters, but not all LATAM countries qualify, and U.S. policy banks face lending barriers. Meanwhile, China gains weight across South America; Caribbean trade keeps U.S. numbers up. Is “primacy” now region-specific? 🇺🇸🇨🇳

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 2d

🧵Is U.S. Primacy in Latin America Ending? 🇺🇸➡️🇨🇳

Headline stats favor the U.S., yet on the ground, China’s footprint grows via trade, loans, and deals. Francisco Urdinez breaks down how Mexico fits in and China’s rise in South America.

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

Kenya and China have agreed to restructure the East African country’s loan portfolio by converting an estimated $3.5 billion of outstanding debts from U.S. dollars into Chinese yuan.

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

China’s People’s Liberation Army said it will conduct Aman Youyi-2025 with Malaysia near Malaysian waters of the South China Sea next week.

China to Hold Joint Drill with Malaysia as Japan–Philippines Drill Starts

China’s People’s Liberation Army said it will conduct Aman Youyi-2025 with Malaysia near Malaysian waters of the South China Sea next week. The joint drill focuses on “humanitarian assistance,” “disas...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

Chinese state media has increased environmental coverage in the South China Sea, showcasing conservation efforts near disputed areas.

China Uses Green Messaging to Bolster South China Sea Claims Amid Nature Preserve Push

There's been a noticeable increase in recent weeks in the number of environmentally themed news stories published by China's state-backed outlets Xinhua and CGTN, focused specifically on the South Chi...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

China is expanding its crude oil reserves with new storage sites scheduled for completion in 2025–2026.

China to Stockpile 169 Million Barrels of Oil by 2026, Southeast Asia Hubs Aid

China is expanding its crude oil reserves with new storage sites scheduled for completion in 2025–2026. The effort will be adding at least 169 million barrels of capacity across 11 locations, accordin...

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

Kenya and China have agreed to restructure the East African country’s loan portfolio by converting an estimated $3.5 billion of outstanding debts from U.S. dollars into Chinese yuan.

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The China-Global South Project @chinagsproject.bsky.social · 3d

Kenya converts dollar loans to yuan, saving hundreds of millions while China avoids a haircut and boosts RMB use. Eric Olander maps the winners and ripple effects.

Watch the analysis - tinyurl.com/y7sv2jn6

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