Zambia Caught Between US and China in Strategic Copper Race

Zambia is emerging as a key battleground in the US-China rivalry over critical minerals, particularly copper. China has long held significant investments in Zambia's copper sector, establishing a strong economic foothold in the country. The United States, under President Donald Trump, has recently shown renewed interest in Zambia as part of a broader strategy to reduce China's dominance over critical mineral supply chains. Zambia is currently awaiting election results, adding a layer of political uncertainty to the geopolitical competition unfolding over its resources.