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New port and railway deals involving Beijing and Gulf operators are deepening their role in Africa's trade infrastructure.
A statement by An Africa Confidential report published on 6 November 2026. Statements are as reported by the cited publishers — not verified by DecisionGateway.
new port and railway deals involving Beijing and Gulf operators are deepening their role in Africa’s trade infrastructure
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