But what is the ultimate push behind Beijing new diplomatic ties with African states and governments? Studies have shown that Beijing relations with African states bordered on south-south cooperation especially in the areas of infrastructural development, socio-economic growth, and national interests. The friendly relations and cooperation between China and Liberia enjoyed the sound and all-around growth evident by Beijing’s development pack in the country. According to MOFA (2014), China has had no negative impact on the political development of Liberia. China-Liberia cooperation development is blessed with shared needs, advantages, and opportunities, which make Liberia an important foothold.

Source: Front Page Africa January 27, 2020 20:48 UTC