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<p>This study examines the staffing practices of Chinese firms in Africa, focusing on the influence of both Chinese and African actors and their interactions. Using panel data from 2000 to 2019 for Chinese contracted projects and expatriate workers in 47 African countries, the study finds that variations in staffing practices are significantly impacted by China’s influence capacity over African countries. Results show that Chinese contractors tend to employ more Chinese nationals in countries where China’s influence is stronger. Moreover, the geopolitical environment of the host country is crucial in shaping these practices. These findings highlight the complex dynamics of Chinese investment in Africa and the importance of considering the geopolitical environment to understand its full impact.</p>

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Bilateral Influence Capacity, Geopolitical Competition, and Chinese Expatriate Workers in Africa

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    2025年8月28日

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  • Jiang Wang

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This study examines the staffing practices of Chinese firms in Africa, focusing on the influence of both Chinese and African actors and their interactions. Using panel data from 2000 to 2019 for Chinese contracted projects and expatriate workers in 47 African countries, the study finds that variations in staffing practices are significantly impacted by China’s influence capacity over African countries. Results show that Chinese contractors tend to employ more Chinese nationals in countries where China’s influence is stronger. Moreover, the geopolitical environment of the host country is crucial in shaping these practices. These findings highlight the complex dynamics of Chinese investment in Africa and the importance of considering the geopolitical environment to understand its full impact.