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Western accusations labeling China’s global partnerships as 'neocolonialism' are 'very silly,' says Michele Geraci, former Italian economic official. In a fiery interview with CGTN, Geraci dismissed claims that Beijing’s infrastructure projects in Africa—like those in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)—are exploitative.
Infrastructure That Stays Local
Geraci highlighted roads and other projects built by China that remain in the DRC, creating jobs and boosting local economies. 'You can’t take a road back to China,' he quipped, emphasizing the long-term benefits for African nations.
Globalization’s Winners
The ex-official also pushed back against critics of globalization, noting Asia’s rise as a major beneficiary. His take? Cooperation, not coercion, defines China’s approach.
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