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China's BRI Investments Hit $124 Billion, Africa Leads

7/24/2025

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In early 2025, China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) investments soared to an unprecedented $124 billion, eclipsing the total for all of 2024. Africa emerged as the frontrunner, attracting $39 billion, largely fueled by Nigeria's ambitious $20 billion Ogidigben Gas Revolution Industrial Park. The surge in energy investments highlighted a strong focus on oil, gas, and green energy projects.

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In early 2025, China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) investments soared to an unprecedented $124 billion, eclipsing the total for all of 2024. Africa emerged as the frontrunner, attracting $39 billion, largely fueled by Nigeria's ambitious $20 billion Ogidigben Gas Revolution Industrial Park. The surge in energy investments highlighted a strong focus on oil, gas, and green energy projects.