| dc.description.abstract | Over the last few years, China has pursued stronger economic and diplomatic relations with many Asian, African and Latin American countries. In part, this is fuelled by its extraordinary economic growth, which has led to a boom in domestic demand for resources and the search for profitable markets and investment outlets. China is also seeking diplomatic support in challenging the inequalities of 'global' governance. For better or worse, China's rapid economic growth leads to changes in the present structures and loci of power in the world.
This project investigates China's interactions through a historical account of Sino-African relations from 1960s to the present day. It points to the multi-facetted interactions between diverse Chinese and African actors and also a range of opportunities and problems that comes with the interaction between China and SSA countries. The study, analyzes the different ways Kenya and China relate and also examine the most salient areas in these bilateral relations. There is evidence that whenever economic and political interest of States converges, cooperation is bound to take place. Therefore, the study discusses factors that account for the continued Kenya-China bilateral relations.
In identifying the different national interests of the two countries, it is argued that these interests were articulated in the foreign policies they pursued. Thus, their interaction is partly based on the fulfillment of their national interests. The strengthening Kenya-China cooperation has been due to the convergence of their economic and political interests that were gained through friendly relations, leading to high level of cooperation rather than conflict.
The project ends with the conclusion that Kenya-China bilateral relations have moved towards increased interaction in all areas of international relations but significantly in trade and economic relations. This increased cooperation accounts for the mutual benefit that both States enjoy. Kenya needs to be strategic in its relations with China in order to remain politically and economically relevant for future and better relations. There is also need for not only Kenya but all Sub-Saharan Africa countries to apply clear analysis and proper governance in regard to policy implementation as they interact with China. The SSA countries must strive to achieve these aspirations in order to satisfy their goals in their relations with China. Therefore, increased interaction between governments is necessary for purposes of achieving national interests, growth and development in the respective States. | en_US |
