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When envisioning African diasporas, many may naturally think of popular destinations in America and Europe. However, a deeper exploration reveals the intricate tapestry of the African diaspora in East Asia, particularly within China, where the interplay of race and politics creates a multifaceted landscape.
Delving into this underexplored topic, **Mapping the New African Diaspora in China, (PDF) ** presents a comprehensive analysis based on extensive multi-sited ethnographic research conducted in both Nigeria and China. This engaging volume sheds light on a burgeoning wave of African migration to South China, intricately woven into the fabric of evolving Sino-African trade relations and the global dissemination of racial knowledge.
Through a lens focused on grassroots perspectives, this book meticulously examines the daily exchanges between African migrants and rural-to-urban Chinese individuals across various informal trading environments in Guangzhou. These Afro-Chinese interactions serve as a fertile ground for understanding the complex process of mutual racial learning. Moreover, they challenge prevailing narratives of Sino-African camaraderie and white supremacy in nuanced and impactful ways. However, as Lan critically elucidates throughout this enlightening text, the transformative potential of these cross-cultural engagements faces substantial constraints, stemming from cultural dissimilarities, language barriers, and the Chinese government’s strict immigration regulations.
This ebook will attract a diverse audience, including students and scholars specializing in China-Africa relations, ethnic and race studies, globalization, transnational migration, and urban studies focused on China. Additionally, it serves as a valuable resource for professionals in related social science fields such as international relations, political science, urban geography, Asian Studies, sociology, African studies, development studies, and cross-cultural communication. Moreover, non-profit organizations and policymakers engaged in support and advocacy for migrant communities will find vital insights within its pages.
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