MPA’s African July: New Influencers Challenge Western Countries in Africa

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Huge natural resources and growing markets have lifted a new race to Africa. Western influence is now being challenged by new influencers such as the emerging economies of China and India. The World Politics Everyday Program is visiting Somalia, where Turkey has become a major factor. We also considered the effects of the corona pandemic on geopolitical competition. The program is part of Yle Radio 1's African July series. The program is edited by Liselott Lindström and Heikki Heiskanen. The voice observer is Katri Koivula. Photo: Hanna Nordenswan / Yle