贺文萍：强迫非洲“选边站队”已不现实

Group 1 - Kenya has achieved zero-tariff access for 98.2% of its products to the Chinese market, following ongoing communication between the two countries regarding tariff exemptions for African products announced by China for 2025 [1] - The U.S. has reportedly pressured Kenya regarding its trade agreements with China, suggesting that such cooperation could jeopardize Kenya's prospects of joining the U.S. "Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership Agreement" [1] - The U.S. has a history of exerting pressure on African nations, as seen in its actions against South Africa, indicating a pattern of increasing assertiveness in its foreign policy towards Africa [2] Group 2 - Historically, African nations have struggled with external pressures and influences, often lacking the agency to make independent choices in their development paths [3] - There is a growing recognition among African countries that their foreign relations should be based on mutual respect and equality, moving away from the notion of "choosing sides" [4] - Many African nations are pursuing political stability and economic reforms, aiming to capitalize on new industrial development opportunities, reflecting a shift towards self-determined development strategies [4] Group 3 - The U.S. is attempting to maintain its influence in Africa by pressuring specific countries like Kenya, which holds significant regional importance, while imposing strict political and economic conditions [5] - Kenyan scholars emphasize the importance of balancing relationships with both China and the U.S., highlighting the impracticality of being forced into a binary choice between the two [5] - African nations are increasingly focused on their development progress rather than external pressures to align with specific powers, indicating a shift towards a more proactive role in international relations [5]