Dr. Hangwei Li

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Dr. Hangwei Li

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Megatrends Afrika Associate

li.hangwei@idos-research.de

Curriculum Vitae

Areas of Expertise

Focus

China’s engagement with the Global South, Africa-China Relations

Short Curriculum vitae

Since September 2023, Senior Researcher, Megatrends Afrika Project

2022-2023 Associate Professor, College of Humanities and Development Studies, China Agricultural University

2017-2022 PhD in Politics and International Studies, SOAS, University of London

2014-2017 Freelance Journalist, Researcher and Guest Lecturer, University of Zambia

2012-2014 Joint M.A. in Media, Journalism and Globalisation, Aarhus University and City, University of London (Erasmus Mundus Programme)

Publications of the Megatrends Afrika project

- Hangwei Li
- Christine Hackenesch
FOCAC 2024: Moving Away from Large Infrastructure Deals towards Normative Power of China
- German
The FOCAC Beijing Action Plan (2025–2027) outlines concrete targets for China–Africa relations. What are the latest trends shaping this partnership, and how might they impact Europe’s cooperation with Africa?

Megatrends spotlight 38, 16.09.2024
- Hangwei Li
Chinese Media Engagement with Africa and the Role of African Agency

This policy brief delves into China's strategic media engagement across Africa, revealing a dynamic interplay of state and private efforts aimed at reshaping narratives and boosting China's influence. It emphasises the pivotal role of economic and regulatory landscapes, suggesting the necessity of fostering African media independence to safeguard against authoritarian tendencies.

Megatrends Policy Brief 26, 08.07.2024, 8 Pages

doi:10.18449/2024MTA-PB26
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