China & South Africa
24 shared events · Importance 9 · Last updated May 14, 2026
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International
China: China is identified as an economic rival and the dominant player in the critical minerals market, which the United States is actively trying to counter by investing in projects like Phalaborwa.
South Africa: South Africa is the host nation for the Phalaborwa Rare Earths Project, receiving investment from the United States despite a diplomatic rift. The project aims to extract rare earth elements from industrial waste within its borders.
Apr 19, 2026 · 21 articles
International
China: China implemented a zero-tariff policy for 53 African countries, aiming to enhance its soft power and increase trade, while excluding Eswatini due to its ties with Taiwan.
South Africa: South Africa, as a more developed economy, is expected to be better positioned to expand its exports under China's new zero-tariff policy.
Apr 28, 2026 · 13 articles
International
China: China participated in the BRICS Health Working Group Meeting and expressed support for India's new priorities, including promoting healthy lifestyles and mental wellness.
South Africa: South Africa participated in the BRICS Health Working Group Meeting to deliberate on priority areas of cooperation in public health.
Apr 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China was represented by its Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, at the BRICS meeting.
South Africa: South Africa's Foreign Minister, Ronald Lamola, attended the BRICS meeting, representing the nation's engagement with the bloc.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is a founding member of BRICS and continues to compete with India for regional influence. Its leader, Xi Jinping, met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Beijing during the BRICS meeting.
South Africa: South Africa joined BRICS in 2010 and participated in the foreign ministers meeting.
May 14, 2026 · 11 articles
International
China: China was represented at the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting by its Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong.
South Africa: South Africa's representative Ronald Lamola attended the BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting.
May 14, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
China: China led the Asian region in gold ETF inflows, with mainland China drawing $498 million and China — Hong Kong adding a record $732 million.
South Africa: South Africa contributed to steady, marginal buying in gold ETFs in other regions.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is a member of the expanded BRICS grouping, participating in the Foreign Ministers' Meeting.
South Africa: South Africa is a member of the expanded BRICS grouping, participating in the Foreign Ministers' Meeting.
May 12, 2026 · 10 articles
International
China: China is cited as a nation demonstrating the weaponization of state apparatus through totalitarian mobilization of violence.
South Africa: South Africa is mentioned in the context of societal fragmentation and gendered violence fueling cycles of brutality.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
China: China is a competitor in rare earth minerals and humanoid robot technology, an unrelated business and technology event.
South Africa: South Africa is involved in a US-backed rare earths extraction project, an unrelated business and technology event.
Apr 19, 2026 · 29 articles
International
South Africa: South Africa initiated a genocide case against Israel before the United Nations' highest judicial body, which some Latin American countries joined.
Dec 09, 2025 · 6 articles
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