How are Maghreb countries engaging China’s growing influence in the region? The Maghreb countries increasingly view Beijing as a viable alternative partner to the West (i.e. Thus, the new Silk Road grand strategy looks set to decisively shape Chinese activities in the Maghreb region into the foreseeable future. Assess the challenges and opportunities of China’s BRI in the Maghreb for the U.S. and Western governments. The Maghreb region is located at the Mediterranean’s mouth, on the southern shore of Europe, and at the Western end of the Arab world.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 13, 2021 15:40 UTC