Topic: Infrastructure Loans

2 chapters across the catalog

Climate Grief
Episode 1098 29:44 - 31:31

1098: Climate Grief

China Infrastructure Loans, Kenya Port Seizure

China has reportedly taken possession of Kenya's main port after the Kenyan government failed to repay infrastructure loans. This is cited as an example of "economic hit man" tactics within China's "One Belt One Road" strategy. The move signals a significant shift in geopolitical influence across the African continent.

Burkini Meanie
Episode 855 1:55:58 - 2:02:03

855: Burkini Meanie

China Non-Interference Policy and Middle East Infrastructure

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visits to Iran, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia highlight China's "non-interference" foreign policy. Unlike the United States, China offers infrastructure loans and construction projects without demanding domestic political reforms, a strategy the hosts compare to the "Prime Directive" from Star Trek.