The Voice of America published on 13 January 2025 an article titled "Sahel Vacuum Provides Opportunity for China, Analysts Say" by Kate Bartlett.
As Western, especially French and American, influence decreases in Africa's Sahel region, China may be in a position to take advantage although, so far, Russia has been more aggressive. China is in a strong position to increase arms sales and military and police training but remains uninterested in kinetic military engagement.
