Date
5-20-2026
Department
Helms School of Government
Degree
Doctor of Philosophy in Public Policy (PhD)
Chair
Carl Rehberg
Keywords
Sino-African Economic Engagement, U.S.-African Security Cooperation, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Disciplines
Economics | Public Affairs, Public Policy and Public Administration
Recommended Citation
Logan, Chine Sp, "The Nexus Between Sino-African Economic Engagement, US-African Security Cooperation and Foreign Direct Investment: National Security Implications Using a Comparative Analysis of Nigeria and Other Selected African Countries" (2026). Doctoral Dissertations and Projects. 8519.
https://digitalcommons.liberty.edu/doctoral/8519
Abstract
This study examines the intricate interplay between the United States-African Security Partnership, China’s African Economic Partnership-Belt and Road Initiatives (BRI), and the influx of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Africa. It delves into the nuances of the US-African Security Partnership, focusing on US military training and security assistance through the United States African Command (AFRICOM) and the China-Africa BRI initiative, which centers on loan funding. Moreover, it analyzes how national security considerations influence FDI inflow. By scrutinizing the roles of robust institutions, the study evaluates how these factors impact the long-term achievement of the United Nations' sustainable development goals for Africa. Utilizing data from 2011 to 2022, the study employs Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) as the primary model, complemented by the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) for validation. The results underscore the significant effects of BRI and AFRICOM on FDI inflow in the targeted nations, revealing a reciprocal causality between these initiatives and foreign direct investment. Notably, the study highlights the pivotal roles of national security and institutional quality in attracting FDI and fostering sustainable development. Furthermore, it illuminates the diverse outcomes observed when analyzing individual countries, underscoring the distinct dynamics at play in implementing continent-wide initiatives. Ultimately, the study unveils the complex relationship between Sino-African economic engagement (BRI), US-African security cooperation (US-AFRICOM), institutional quality, and their implications for sustainable development goals. By providing a comprehensive understanding of these intricate dynamics, the study sheds light on the economic challenges facing many African nations while also identifying potential pathways for growth and prosperity in Africa.
