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In 1964, Zambia established diplomatic relations with China — the first country in southern Africa to do so. Six decades later, Zambia is still charting its own path between superpowers; nothing is more at stake than its critical minerals. This story is supported by @pulitzercenter.bsky.social.
May 2, 2025, 3:17 PM
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