@chanakya.lab: Generosity or Strategic Economics? In May, China removed tariffs for African nations, prompting headlines to praise its historic generosity toward the developing world. But a closer look at the numbers tells a different story. By zeroing out duties on $123 billion of raw materials- the cobalt, copper, and iron ore its export machine depends on-China is effectively lowering the cost of its own supply chain. Meanwhile, it exports $225 billion in finished, marked-up goods back to the continent. Add in state-contracted infrastructure loans and diplomatic prerequisites, and this "free" trade policy reveals a much steeper, hidden cost. Trace the full economic loop of trade, debt, and diplomacy. Stay ahead of the map with Chanakya Labs. #usa #geopolitics #africa #china #taroffs