China Expands Zero-Tariff Policy for African Countries to Counter U.S. Tariff Pressure

China has announced it will expand zero-tariff treatment to 53 African nations for exports to China. The move, made during the China-Africa Cooperation Forum, is seen as a strategic response to increased tariff pressure from the U.S.

Key Points:

• China aims to promote “fairness and mutual benefit” through stronger trade ties with Africa.
• The policy builds on a 2024 decision to lower tariffs on African goods.
• Affected imports include coffee, cocoa, and textiles from countries like Ethiopia, Nigeria, and Tanzania.
• In 2023, Africa exported $17 billion worth of goods to China. In contrast, exports to the U.S. fell to $39.5 billion in 2024, with signs of weakening demand.

Analysts say this policy helps China strengthen its supply chains and global partnerships, while also positioning itself as a counterbalance to U.S. trade strategies.

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