Africa鈥檚 economic transformation: the role of Chinese investment
This report assesses whether and how Chinese trade, investment and finance contributed to economic growth in Africa
Abstract
This synthesis report uses evidence from the DFID-ESRC Growth Research Programme (DEGRP) and beyond to assess whether and how Chinese trade, investment and finance contributed to economic growth in Africa. 皇冠体育app authors examine a significant body of evidence produced under DEGRP, framing it in the context of the wider literature. China鈥檚 engagement in Africa is analysed through the lens of economic transformation, considering increases of productivity within sectors as well as movement of resources between sectors.
Citation
Calabrese, L. and Tang, X. (2020) Africa鈥檚 economic transformation: the role of Chinese investment. DEGRP Synthesis Report.