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Tory Conference: Debt and Security: How to Combat China’s Global Influence

Executive Room 1, ICC Birmingham, 8 Centenary Sq, Birmingham B1 2EA

China’s rise in Africa has spurred growth, but it has a cost. A 2021 report revealed that 23 of 68 Belt and Road Initiative countries face debt distress from Chinese initiatives. This panel will discuss how the UK can position itself as a responsible development partner to nations dependent on Chinese financial support, highlighting the importance of sustainable and balanced development.

  • Alicia Kearns MP, Shadow Minister, Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office and Former Foreign Affairs Committee Chair

  • Tom Nurcombe, Researcher, Coalition for Global Prosperity

  • Rt Hon Sir Stephen O’Brien KBE, Chairman, Mobility Operations Group PLC

  • CHAIR: Ryan Henson, Chief Executive Officer, Coalition for Global Prosperity

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