Chinese exports to Africa up amid US tariffs

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gagements with the market.

China is also pouring exports into Africa in the face of US tariffs, increasing competition for other foreign businesses in the continent.

In the first eight months of 2025, China exported US$141 billion worth of goods to Africa while importing US$81 billion, according to Customs data released on Sept 8. Annual Chinese exports to Africa are on track to exceed US$200 billion for the first time.

"The only realistic option left for China to compensate for a lost US market is to revive domestic consumption, and sell the excess in the international market below cost,” said Mr Jain.