Beijing pours cash into Belt and Road financing in global resources grab - Financial Times
Google News • 1/18/2026 – 1/19/2026
Summary
Beijing is increasing its financial investment in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as part of a global resources acquisition strategy. Nigeria has emerged as the top beneficiary of this initiative, securing a $24.6 billion deal for the Ogidigben Gas Industrial Park. Additionally, China's spending on the BRI is projected to reach a record high in 2025, and the country plans to expand two-way investment with partner nations involved in the initiative.
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