China unveils zero-tariff deal for Africa, capitalizing on Trump chaos

Open this photo in gallery: The Container Terminal in Durban, South Africa. China is seeking to boost trade with African nations by offering no tariffs on imports from nearly every country in the continent.Rogan Ward/Reuters China has announced plans to eliminate all tariffs on imports from nearly every African country, bolstering its role as an attractive ally to countries suffering from the chaotic tariff policies of U.S. President Donald Trump. African countries were hit with some of the most severe penalties - including tariffs as high as 50 per cent - when Mr. Trump announced his trade plan in April….