Bilateral Relationship between Gambia and China
1. Historical Background The relationship between Gambia and China has seen various phases marked by diplomatic shifts, economic collaborations, and geopolitical strategies. Key events and interactions that have shaped this bilateral relationship include: 1.1 Early Interactions Gambia and China’s relationship traces back to the 1960s when many African nations were gaining independence. China, under the leadership of Mao Zedong, sought to establish itself as a friend and ally to the newly independent African states. This period was characterized by China’s…