Topic: Bilateral Lending

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The Tolerance Podcast
Episode 551 2:24:15 - 2:28:55

551: The Tolerance Podcast

Chinese Infrastructure and Oil in Kenya

Following a fire at the Nairobi airport, Chinese firms rebuilt the terminal in just three weeks, and China has become Kenya's largest bilateral lender. The hosts suggest that the U.S. and China are competing for influence in Kenya due to its significant new oil and water discoveries. This geopolitical competition is framed as the real driver behind regional military "advisors."