Education Diplomacy of China and India in Africa from the beginning of the twenty-first century to the present
Thứ Ba, 18/04/2023
Abstract:
Education is one of the
areas where China and India are jostling for influence in Africa. Both
countries are increasing their aid to education and the period from the
beginning of the 21st century to the present has marked China and India's
strong imprints in the education systems of the countries in this continent.
The article describes China's educational diplomacy through cultural institutes;
the country's emergence as a study destination for African students and its
support for capacity building in the education sector by its governments. The
article also clarifies India's educational interests and initiatives in Africa
and evaluates the benefits of increasing "South-South" cooperation
with the continent. In the process of analysis, the article presents the
similarities and differences in the educational diplomacy of China and India in
Africa, pointing out the fierce competition between the two countries in the
field of education. education as well as an assessment of the benefits and
consequences that African countries can derive from these activities.
Keywords: education
diplomacy, China, Africa, India