Tanzania
| 2024 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 19 / 101 | - |
| Original Score * As some Indicators can be skipped where data is unavailable, the maximum overall and Domain scores are not identical for each country. Country rankings are generated from ratios of the maximum scores and the achieved scores. | 192 / 396 | - |
Sep 2024
The Indicators have been classified by the stage of the influence process at which they occur. Some Indicators correspond to exposure to PRC influence, e.g. the presence of Confucius Institutes. Others test for pressure – such as visa denials to academics or journalists. Finally, some Indicators capture the effect of PRC influence, such as national policy changes in favor of PRC interests.
The individual Layer scores for each country are tallied and displayed via rankings.
Exposure * Exposure assesses the conditions that make the target country vulnerable to PRC's influence, e.g. in terms of economic dependence, or the receiving of some form of benefit. | 2024 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 18 / 101 | - |
| Level of Score | 54 % | - |
Pressure * Pressure measures the actions that the PRC directly or indirectly exerts over the target country in order to change the behavior of people in the target country, e.g. in terms of threatening economic punishment to provoke/prevent a political decision. | 2024 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 70 / 101 | - |
| Level of Score | 0 % | - |
Alignment * Alignment evaluates the degree of accommodations the target country makes to the PRC, and the actual policy changes and impacts on the target country. | 2024 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Ranking | 18 / 101 | - |
| Level of Score | 53 % | - |
In 2023, Tanzania had a GDP per capita of US$1,211 and a total population of 65.66 million people.
Tanzania established full diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China in 1964. Tanzania was ranked 97th in Reporters Without Borders‘ 2024 World Press Freedom Index, and rated Partly Free in Freedom House‘s 2024 Global Freedom Index, with a score of 36/100.
Key Takeaways
- Despite a few years of lukewarm relations between Tanzania and China, especially during the presidency of John Magufuli, Tanzania's new administration seems to have rekindled the relations with PRC. President Samia Suluhu Hassan signed deals with President Xi Jinping in September 2022 when she visited Beijing.
- The construction of the Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School (MJNLS) with the help of PRC signals the emphasis on academia in China's efforts to influence state policy and political parties. There is therefore a need to study the role of the party school in China's party-to-party diplomacy.
- There has been increased military cooperation between China and Tanzania especially after the opening of the Chinese built Comprehensive Training Centre (CTC). In 2022 and 2023, there were joint naval training exercises off the Indian Ocean coast as the two countries extended their long-standing defence and military training partnership to the naval domain.
Percentage scores do not suggest some degree out of a "completely influenced" level of 100%. The percentages express the country's score out of the total achievable amount based on the Indicators for each Domain.
Media
The Media Domain evaluates how PRC entities influence public debate and media coverage about the PRC in the Index country.
In my country, there are media organizations that belong to the World Chinese Media (世界华文媒体) network.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
64 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
8 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
4 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Xinhua news agency has its bureau in Dar es Salaam. Also, StarTimes, a Chinese media company jointly owned by Tanzania Broadcasting Corp operates in the country
- https://www.africanadvice.com/1078668/Companies_And_Businesses/Tanzania/Xinhua_News_Agency/
- http://www.china.org.cn/arts/2012-09/24/content_26610445.htm?
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists or media organizations which are members of the Belt and Road Media Cooperation Alliance/Union, the Belt and Road News Alliance, or other Belt and Road media networks that connected to PRC (e.g. Belt and Road Media Community, Belt and Road Journalists Network, Belt and Road News Network, or B&R TV Networks).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
48 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
24 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
19 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
3 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The Media Council of Tanzania is a member of the Belt and Road Journalists Network
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, journalists, media organizations, or online influencers have participated in international travel organized by PRC state-owned media or PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
22 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
30 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
10 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
22 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
13 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are reports of journalists and social media influencers who are paid to retweet and like tweets from the Chinese embassy in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists, media organizations or online influencers who have received trainings from PRC state-owned media or PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
0/ No
50 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
16 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
10 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
An interview with a Tanzania scholar studying in China pointed out that there are journalists who are sponsored to go to China for training. In another interview with a beneficiary of the training program, the journalist who worked for the state radio narrated his experiences working at the Radio China in Beijing as part of the training.
Supplementary Notes
The interview with the journalist who benefitted with the program also spoke of how Radio China sponsored what they called cultural diplomacy across different Chinese cities.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC state media (including print, radio, and video) is broadcasted or distributed in a local language.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
0/ No
28 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
23 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
10 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
24 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
16 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
China Radio International broadcasts in Swahili to Tanzanian Audience
Supplementary Notes
Many African countries have English or French as their official language, but still quite a number of people speak local languages, and cannot understand English or French due to poor education. In order to make African audiences understand TV programs, StarTimes launched a Swahili dubbing contest in Tanzania in 2016. Happiness Stanslaus Lulikela stood out among several thousand competitors and got a chance to work in the StarTimes headquarters in Beijing
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are local media outlets wholly or majority owned by PRC-connected individuals or entities, or media owners who have significant business interests in the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
0/ No
63 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
17 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
12 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
7 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are a few media outlrts wholly or partly owned by PRC affiliated entities.
- http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2016-12/03/c_135878384.htm
- https://adf-magazine.com/2024/05/chinese-media-offensives-target-african-audiences/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, media outlets have delivered content provided by PRC state-funded media, or under content-sharing agreements with PRC state-funded media.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
0/ No
25 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
26 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
24 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
17 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is a joint venture agreement between Startimes and Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) through which it broadcasts in the country
Supplementary Notes
This is a link to the About us section on StarTimes tanzania: Link
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, local newspapers, online news websites, content farms, or social media platforms receive economic support by regularly featuring advertisements from PRC-connected entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
59 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
10 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
This happens through its content-sharing agreement with local media organisations such as Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are journalists who have had pressure exerted on them by the PRC, including (but not limited to) public denunciation, revocation of journalist ID, denial of visa, lawsuits, or threat thereof.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
69 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
31 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Interview with Tanzanian academic specializing in China-Africa
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are media organizations that describe relations with the PRC as based on friendship, brotherhood, or otherwise use emotive language that refers to the relationship in familial terms.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
41 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
15 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
16 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
22 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
With the close ties between the PRC and the ruling party, CCM, there have been instances where journalists are encouraged to write positive stories about China. The Chinese ambassador to Tanzania occasionally writes op-eds in local dailies.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are media personalities (including reporters, journalists or commentators) or celebrities who echo PRC talking points, such as denying the existence of or whitewashing human rights abuses (e.g. a media personality who rejects that there are re-education camps for Uyghurs in Xinjiang).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
18 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
12 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
5 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are no reporters/commentors who deny the existence of human rights abuses in PRC. Tanzanian journalists tend to mostly write on PRC-Tanzania relations and may not necessarily look into issues that go beyond economics, trade.
Supplementary Notes
Tanzania has remained silent on the PRC treatment of Uyghur population. Other African states seen in the link have defendeed China's massive detention of Muslims.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Academia
The Academia Domain measures how the PRC state attempts to restrict academic freedom by influencing or interfering with the Index country‘s academic and educational activities.
In my country, universities have established research partnerships with PRC-connected entities. (e.g. Huawei, Tencent or Alibaba)
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
7 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
8 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
25 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
41 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Chinese phone giant Huawei has signed several partnerships with Tanzanian universities to strengthen digital economy.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are Confucius Institutes/Classrooms or other PRC-affiliated Chinese language centers based at universities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
0/ No
7 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
15 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
40 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
32 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
At least three universities in Tanzania have Confucius Institutes. There is a Confucius Institute at the University of Dar es Salaam, University of Dodoma and Muslim University of Morogoro.
Supplementary Notes
The Confucius Institute at the University of Dar es Salaam was established in 2013 under an agreement between the University of Dar es Salaam, the Chinese International Education Foundation, and Zhejiang Normal University.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country plans to include, or does include, Chinese as a foreign language in K-12 or primary education, and receives free or subsidized (e.g. offered below market price) educational books and teachers from the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
58 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
42 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are plans by the government to gradually introduce Chinese as a language in both primary and secondary schools. For example, a select number of secondary schools have began teaching Chinese.
Supplementary Notes
Link(O'LEVEL).pdf
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, one or more think tanks and academic research centers belong to PRC-affiliated networks/associations (such as: the Silk Road Think Tank Association, Silk Road Think Tank Network [SiLKS], Belt and Road Studies Network, University Alliance of the Silk Road, University Consortium of the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
0/ No
48 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
22 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
20 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In Tanzania, China has been able to promote its own policy and political interests through joint research programs to enhance the operationalization of the Belt and Road initiative and the Chinese model of conducting international relations. In addition, Chinese experts have constantly participated in in seminars and conferences organized by Tanzanian think tanks to promote China’s view on the various issues on partnership
Supplementary Notes
The Institute of African Studies Zhejiang Normal University (IASZNU) and the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) in June 2023 began collaborative efforts to establish the Centre for Mwalimu Julius Nyerere and African Liberation Movement Studies-East Africa which will act as a joint think tank between the two countries
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, think tanks and academic research centers have received financial benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities, such as through grants, donations, sponsored exchange programs, or fellowship programs at PRC institutions.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
7 countries chose this answer
0/ No
30 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
13 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
24 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
18 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The Confucius Institute at the University of Dar Es Salaam is a research institute for langauge, technology and culture. This related program is fully funded by the Confucius Institute until 2023.
- https://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/wjdt_665385/2649_665393/202211/t20221103_10800022.html
- https://www.udsm.ac.tz/web/index.php/institutes/ci/admission
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, experts participate in PRC talent recruitment programs such as the Thousand Talents Program or Changjiang Scholars program.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
0/ No
54 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
19 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
12 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
10 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tanzania has participated in the LUBAN workshop aimed at promoting skills and technological pursuits for youth at higher insitutions of learning.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, scholars have taken trips to the PRC or to other countries organized or run by PRC-connected individuals or entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
6 countries chose this answer
0/ No
31 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
14 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
18 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 6 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Interview with Tanzanian academic who has benefited from such a trip.
Supplementary Notes
China and Tanzania have a long history of people – to- people academic exchanges to solidify their relations based on mutual cultural exchanges and development. The four major forms of exchanges include student exchanges, cultural exchanges, academic conferences, and medical exchanges
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, organized PRC-connected student groups, such as Chinese Students and Scholars Associations (CSSAs), are involved in attempts to censor staff or students (e.g. by harassing students protesting human rights abuses in the PRC, or formally complaining about the identification of Taiwan as a country in lecture slides).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
88 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
4 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
3 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Interview with Tanzanian academic specializing in Tanzania - China relations based in a Tanzanian university.
Supplementary Notes
There is no such evidence.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, scholars or academics have been pressured after expressing opinions or producing scholarship that is critical of the PRC, including via visa denials for PRC travel, workplace censure, lawsuits, legal challenges, or threats thereof.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
89 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
0 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
5 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence that scholars or academics have been denied visas to travel to PRC.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities have been involved in school or university curriculum design, such as courses about East Asian history, modern politics, etc.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
70 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
29 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In 2022, a leadership school funded and built by the Chinese Communist Party to train political party officials in southern Africa was opened in Tanzania.
Supplementary Notes
The Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School, for which China’s ruling party provided US$40 million in funding, was opened by Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and several neighboring countries’ leaders. The school is in Kibaha and will serve political parties in the region and be a platform for China to enhance exchanges with them as a form of “party-to-party diplomacy”
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, scholars have published articles that echo PRC talking points, such as denying the existence of or whitewashing human rights abuses (e.g. an academic who rejects that there are re-education camps for Uyghurs in Xinjiang).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
67 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
19 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
9 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence pointing to scholars who have published articles that echo PRC views.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Economy
The Economy Domain measures the PRC‘s economic leverage in the Index country, and how this is used to influence economic policy or corporate behavior in ways that favor the PRC.
The PRC is my country's number one trading partner (for trade in goods only).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
39 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The PRC is my country's number one trading partner (for trade in goods only)
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
PRC-connected entities own more than 25% of my country’s bilateral sovereign debt.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
5 countries chose this answer
0/ No
76 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
20 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 5 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
According to the website Link, which sources its data from the World Bank IDS database, China does not own 25% of Tanzania's sovereign debt; rather, it owns 9% based on the latest data.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
The PRC is the top customer for my country’s extractive industries.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
72 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
29 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No quick available data to approve/disapprove this.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-related entities own, operate or substantially control critical infrastructure (e.g. ports, power plants, digital data centers, etc) or sensitive sectors (biotech, raw materials, etc.)
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
38 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
63 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence of PRC-related entities operating or substantially controlling critical infrastructure.
Supplementary Notes
However, it is important to note that Chinese firms do not have autonomy over any critical infrastructure in the country.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country joined (or applied to join) the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
30 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
71 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In September 2023, Tanzania's application to join AIIB was approved.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, major businesses are members of the Silk Road Chamber of International Commerce, or of the Belt and Road Industrial and Commercial Alliance, or of the Belt and Road General Chamber of Commerce.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
38 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Various sources indicate that no major businesses in Tanzania are members of Silk Road Chamber of International Commerce.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, financial institutions use the China Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS) clearing and settlement services system.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
69 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
30 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are no Tanzanian banks on the list of direct participating banks.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has been the target of PRC economic coercion (e.g. trade/investment sanctions, boycotts) after the government, private companies, or NGOs made statements or introduced policies deemed unfavorable to the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
86 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
15 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence showing that Tanzania has been a target of PRC economic coercions.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has free-trade agreement(s) with the PRC (either bilateral or as part of regional agreement(s)) that primarily deals with trade in goods or services, including digital goods or services.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
60 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
41 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None provided
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, central or local governments have relaxed or removed regulatory restrictions, or have established special economic zones (or free trade zones, industrial parks, etc.) to attract investments or economic participation from the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
61 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
39 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Various soources including interviews with government officials and academics show no evidence that Tanzania has relaxed or removed regulatory restrictions or establish special economic zones to attract Chinese investment.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has undergone a default or restructuring of a public debt arrangement with PRC-affiliated financial entities, which may have involved the transfer of my country's land or infrastructure in exchange for debt forgiveness.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
97 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
4 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence that indicates that entities connected to the People's Republic of China (PRC) have requisitioned infrastructure or land in Tanzania due to failure to repay debts.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Society
The Society Domain measures the extent and effectiveness of the PRC‘s efforts to advance its soft power in the Index country, including its influence over the actions and views of local organizations and citizens.
In my country, there are local groups or organizations with words like “Promotion of Peaceful Reunification” in their name, and they regularly publicize their views on Taiwan, Hong Kong, Tibet and Xinjiang issues.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
47 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
24 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
15 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Various sources including interviews with government officials show no evidence of existence of local groups/organization with words like promotion of peaceful reunification in their name usually publicizing Taiwan, Hong Kong and Xinjiang issues.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are members and member organizations of United World Chinese Association (世界华人协会).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
78 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
22 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no such evidence of members and member organizations of United World Chinese Association in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, labor unions have engaged with the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU) through exchanges or official visits, received material or financial donations, or participated in training sessions offered by the ACFTU on subjects like collective bargaining.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
76 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
23 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no specific information available indicating that labor unions in Tanzania have established formal cooperation, exchanges, or official visits with the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU).
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are Chinese diaspora community events and activities (e.g. Lunar New Year events, Dragon Boat Festival tournaments, etc) hosted or sponsored by organizations or personnel linked to the UFWD, or by PRC diplomats.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
28 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
25 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
27 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no mention of UFWD in Tanzania
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are PRC-connected professional associations, such as the All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会), China Artists Association (中国艺术家协会), China Writers Association (中国作家协会) or All-China Women Federation (全国妇联), that are closely engaged with their local counterparts through exchanges or official visits, providing material or financial donations, or hosting training sessions.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
35 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
26 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
14 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There's a conference called "online forum between the All China Journalists Association with the media consular".
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected individuals or entities donate money or provide other types of support to religious communities and charities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
49 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
50 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
For example in July 2022, the Chinese embassy in Tanzania donated office equipment to the Tanzania Paralympic Committee to improve its performance as the committee that enhances sports for persons with disabilities in Tanzania
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the PRC government or PRC-connected entities distribute entertainment products (including: drama and TV shows) or related hardwares (e.g. OTT streaming players hosting PRC media channels) freely or at a cheap price.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
40 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
30 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
14 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In Tanzania, Star Times in collaboration with the national broadcater TBC distributes drama and TV shows translated in Swahili.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities are the main shareholders or developers of the top five popular social media/messaging apps, based on their usage.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
35 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
66 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tiktok likes are ranking top one in the country.
- https://gs.statcounter.com/social-media-stats/all/tanzania
- https://www.similarweb.com/top-apps/google/tanzania-united-republic-of/social/
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are cultural events, cultural exchange projects, or cultural organizations that are funded by or receive funding from PRC-connected entities, including in sports.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
15 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
26 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
10 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
27 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
21 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
On several ocassions, PRC funds cultural related exchanges. The main stadium in Dar es Salaam was built PRC. The national stadium in Zanzibar was also funded by the PRC.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, gamers, gaming communities, or game developers/publishers have been involved in freedom of speech controversies related to the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
96 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
0 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
0 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
1 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are Chinese gamers in Tanzania, but they have not been involved in any controversies related to freedom of speech in the PRC.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, polling data or opinion surveys indicate that a majority of citizens hold favorable views toward the PRC government.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
8 countries chose this answer
0/ No
54 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
39 countries chose this answer
93 countries answered this indicator; 8 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Afrobarometer suggests this is the case in Tanzania
Supplementary Notes
An Afrobarometer survey done in collaboration with Tanzania’s research firm REPOA done in 2015 found that China’s development model was favored by 35% of the respondents. The report also found that a majority of Tanzanians say China’s economic activities in Tanzania have “some” or “a lot” of influence on the Tanzanian economy.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Military
The Military Domain gauges the bilateral military relationship between the PRC and the Index country, including PRC efforts to influence local military personnel.
My country currently imports (or receives in-kind donation of) military or law-enforcement equipment or components of equipment from the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
42 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
59 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tanzania Imports from China of Military Weapons, Other than Revolvers, Pistols was US$4.79 Thousand during 2022, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. Tanzania Imports from China of Military Weapons, Other than Revolvers, Pistols - data, historical chart and statistics - was last updated on October of 2023.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country’s government has participated in one or more multilateral security dialogues organized by the PRC (e.g. China-Africa Peace and Security Forum; the Conference on Interaction & Confidence Building Measures in Asia).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
56 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
45 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tanzania has participated in multilateral security dialogues organized by the People's Republic of China (PRC), such as the China-Africa Peace and Security Forum.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country co-develops or co-produces military or law-enforcement equipment with the PRC (including arrangements where PLA-affiliated professionals work in domestic labs researching dual-use technologies).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
81 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
20 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tanzania is totally import-dependent on military equipment. There is no evidence to suggest that Tanzania currently exports military or law enforcement equipment or components of equipment to China. Rather, the relationship in terms of military equipment appears to be primarily one where Tanzania is the recipient of such equipment from China.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are reports that the PRC has expressed intentions or has taken actions to establish bases.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
86 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
14 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are reports suggesting that China has shown interest in establishing military bases in various locations globally, including in Africa.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has participated in a humanitarian relief/disaster assistance (HADR) effort.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
83 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
17 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The Chinese Embassy in Tanzania in 2016 and 2023 handed over assorted food items, medicines and tents to Kagera earthquake victims.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, People’s Liberation Army (PLA) military personnel are permanently or rotationally deployed (excluding defense attaches and peacekeepers).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
92 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
8 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no specific information indicating that People's Liberation Army (PLA) military personnel from the People's Republic of China (PRC) are permanently or rotationally deployed in Tanzania, excluding defense attaches and peacekeepers.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, military professionals have participated in military education or training programs provided by the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
55 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
44 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None provided
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, senior military or civilian defense leaders have participated in bilateral meetings with PLA officers at or above the one-star rank.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
54 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
1 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
2 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
38 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In 2022 for example, Chinese State Councilor and Defense Minister Wei Fenghe held talks via video link with Tanzanian Minister for Defense and National Service Stergomena Lawrence Tax.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, high-ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officers have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly (e.g. have been appointed to lucrative positions as board members or consultants with PRC-invested firms, casinos, energy companies, etc.) during or in retirement from public service.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
8 countries chose this answer
0/ No
83 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
10 countries chose this answer
93 countries answered this indicator; 8 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is nor evidence to indicate that Tanzania's high ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence chiefs have received direct or indirect benefits from PRC.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, high-ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officials publicly advocate for friendly foreign policy or military cooperation with the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
70 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
27 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no information on whether high ranking retired or current military and/or intelligence officials advocate for more coordination with the PLA.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country cooperates with the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) on military exchange exercises, including drills and war games.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
66 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
35 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The Chinese People Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) and the naval wing of the Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDFA) have carried out joint naval training exercise off the Indian Ocean coast as the two countries extend their long-standing defence and military training partnership to the naval domain.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Law Enforcement
The Law Enforcement Domain measures law enforcement cooperation between the PRC and the Index country, as well as the nature and extent of PRC-related criminal activity in the Index country.
My country currently maintains an extradition treaty, legal mutual assistance or other similar arrangements with the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
67 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Not Found
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, law enforcement authorities have signed cooperation agreements with the PRC on combating terrorism.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
63 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
37 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
China built a military training center for the Tanzanian People's Defence Forces, which provides training, including in amphibious landings and counter-terrorism operations.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected gangs (such as Triad, 三合会) are known to be operating in my country.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
61 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
38 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In the recent years, there have been reports of There have been reports of triad-related criminals operating in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, security services (安保/保安) offered by private PRC companies are contracted by national or subnational governments.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
86 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
6 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
1 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No such issue exists in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, law enforcement and judicial-related training offered by PRC-connected individuals or entities have been accepted by national or subnational governments.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
59 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
8 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is training available for Tanzanian police and immigration officers in China. The training focuses on the Chinese language.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, organized local criminal groups are known to have threatened or used violence to coerce, intimidate, or punish individuals critical of the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
92 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
0 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
2 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
2 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence currently that points to triad operations in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, there are reports of cyber attacks targeting government, critical infrastructure, or enterprises that were suspected to be initiated from the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
52 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
46 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There have been no observed incidents of this nature in Tanzania. However, there are instances where private Chinese nationals have been involved in cyber fraud in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected individuals or entities have established extra-legal physical premises from which to surveil or detain members of the Chinese diaspora (e.g. overseas police service stations).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
5 countries chose this answer
0/ No
70 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
26 countries chose this answer
96 countries answered this indicator; 5 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are reports indicate that China has established "overseas police stations" in various countries, including Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My government has arbitrarily detained people at the behest of the PRC, such as those who engage in political activism or those who are members of minority groups.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
89 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
12 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There's no clear information supporting Tanzania detaining individuals at the request of China for crimes involving engagements with social movements or resistance activities in Hong Kong, Xinjiang, or other human rights or civic rights issues.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has extradited or deported individuals to the PRC despite criticism from politicians, government employees, or NGOs.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
87 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
14 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No, there is no evidence in the provided search results to suggest that Tanzania has extradited or deported individuals to the PRC despite criticism from politicians, government employees, or NGOs.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has deployed video or internet surveillance systems from the PRC for law enforcement.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
63 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
A Chinese surveillance system has been deployed in Tanzania.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Technology
The Technology Domain gauges the PRC‘s influence over the technology sector in the Index country, including the activity and financial leverage of PRC companies, use of PRC hardware, and bilateral research partnerships.
In my country, PRC-connected entities (such as China Mobile, China Unicom or China Telecom) or their subsidiaries provide telecom services.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
38 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Interviews with government officials and Tech businesses establish evidence of PRC-connected entities provide telecom services.China Unicom Global has launched operations in Tanzania to support digital transformation, with an emphasis on 5G
- https://saiia.org.za/research/china-powered-ict-infrastructure-lessons-from-tanzania-and-cambodia/
- https://english.news.cn/africa/20231202/8806ae7f8bf84a16bc32165571424dbb/c.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, telecoms have signed agreements to adopt hardwares or technical specifications of 4G or 5G cellular networks that are produced or developed by Huawei, ZTE or other PRC enterprises.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
17 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
36 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
33 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
"In Tanzania, for example, China International Telecommunication Construction Corporation (CITCC), the Chinese company contracted to deploy the national ICT broadband backbone (NICTBB), constructed it to be compatible only with Huawei routers. Such practices further entrench Chinese technological standards in African countries and afford a competitive advantage to Chinese firms, in this case Huawei, in subsequent bids to construct or upgrade telecoms infrastructure."
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, internet service providers have signed agreements to adopt hardware or technical specifications for Wi-Fi or fiber optic/broadband networks that are produced or developed by PRC enterprises.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
7 countries chose this answer
0/ No
24 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
32 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
25 countries chose this answer
94 countries answered this indicator; 7 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
China International Telecommunication Construction Corporation (CITCC), the Chinese company contracted to deploy the national ICT broadband backbone (NICTBB), constructed it to be compatible only with Huawei routers. Such practices further entrench Chinese technological standards in African countries and afford a competitive advantage to Chinese firms, in this case Huawei, in subsequent bids to construct or upgrade telecoms infrastructure."
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-connected entities are authorized to supply tech-related equipment for critical infrastructure (such as airports, public transport, government IT networks, ports etc.).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
21 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
78 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Various sources including interviews show that show that PRC-connected entities are authorized vendors to supply tech related equipment or service to the government organizations/institutions/Ministries
- https://www.defenceweb.co.za/land/land-land/chinese-built-military-training-centre-opens-in-tanzania/
- https://www.armyrecognition.com/defense_news_december_2021_global_security_army_industry/tanzania_displays_chinese_vt2_main_battle_tank_during_military_parade.html
Supplementary Notes
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the central or local government has signed agreements to adopt biometric surveillance technology (such as facial, voice, DNA or gait recognition) produced by PRC-connected entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
57 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
15 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
10 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Sources from interviews with tech experts and practitioners show that Tanzania has no collaboration (such as data collection or exchange agreement) with PRC government or PRC-connected entities on facial, voice recognition involving biometrics achieved by AI.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, one or more cities have procured, or have signed contracts with PRC-connected entities to establish “smart city systems.”
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
49 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
18 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
21 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
7 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Several interviews with officials established that some cities and towns have signed agreement with PRC-connected entities to establish smart city systems.
Supplementary Notes
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country is directly served by a subsea or land-based major fiber optic internet cable built by a PRC-connected entity, or has greenlit plans for one to be built in the future.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
62 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
39 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Chinese tech giant Huawei for the extension of the National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB) to 23 districts in Tanzania.
- https://africanreview.com/ict/mobile-computing/tanzanias-fibre-optic-network-to-aid-infrastructure
- https://english.news.cn/africa/20230419/3369e0b1f0e24ebb903c987db0fbbb2c/c.html
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, PRC-affiliated venture capital, financial firms or PRC government entities invest in local technology start-ups.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
45 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
15 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
13 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tanzania and PRC connected venture capital invests in technology.
Supplementary Notes
There are indications that Chinese venture capitalists are keen to invest in Start-ups, but there is no evidence to support that it has happened.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, companies have publicly announced that they had signed MOUs to collaborate on technological development (such as collaborations in A.I., Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Big Data) with PRC-connected entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
40 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
21 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
17 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None provided
Supplementary Notes
There is no evidence to support that there is collaboration between the PRC and Tanzanian on AI, Blockchain, Cloud Computing and Big Data
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
My country has signed space cooperation agreements or memorandums of understanding, or formed space cooperation mechanisms with PRC-connected entities.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
65 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
35 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Not Found
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, the central or local government(s) has collaborated with the PRC on endorsing the use of the BeiDou satellite navigation system.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
72 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
28 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Sources show no records of government collaboration with PRC in endorsing the use of Beidou satellite navigation system
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
Domestic Politics
The Domestic Politics Domain evaluates PRC efforts to influence the political landscape in the Index country, and the footprint of PRC security companies.
In my country, politicians or government employees at the sub-national level are signing agreements with the PRC government or state-owned enterprises.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
30 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
14 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
10 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
19 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
27 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The way the government is structured in Tanzania leaves no room for sub-national government involvement in external matters. National government does all engagements with external actors.
Answered by 1 anonymous expert, and has been reviewed by another 1 anonymous expert.
In my country, local municipalities or provinces have sister-city or sister-province ties (友好城市) with municipalities or provinces in the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 1 / 4 )
0/ No
6 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
20 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
21 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
36 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Tanzania's Dar es Salaam has twin city ties with Changzhou and Liuzhou, while Zanzibar City has twin city ties with Haikou
- https://wsb.changzhou.gov.cn/html/wsb/2017/CIEAJFNP_0527/151.html
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_twin_towns_and_sister_cities_in_China
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_twin_towns_and_sister_cities_in_Africa#cite_note-252
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In my country, politicians or government employees have taken trips to the PRC paid for by PRC-connected individuals or entities.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
6 countries chose this answer
0/ No
48 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
12 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
5 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
18 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
12 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 6 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
In April 2023 for example, Wang Yi, director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, met with participants of a Chama Cha Mapinduzi National Executive Committee workshop led by CCM General Secretary Daniel Godfrey Chongolo in Beijing
Supplementary Notes
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In my country, politicians or government employees at the local (non-national) level visit the PRC and meet with PRC officials and think tanks.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
34 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
13 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
17 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
28 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
For example, in 2022 Tanzanian president Samia Suluhu Hassan visited China on an official state visit. The two leaders The two sides spoke highly of their cooperation gains in such areas as culture, tourism, education, public health, pandemic response, sports, youth, think tanks and media, and agreed to further expand people-to-people and cultural exchanges.
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Representatives of a political party in my country’s national legislature have been invited to visit the PRC or attended events hosted by the International Department of the Chinese Communist Party (中共中央对外联络部), including World Political Parties Summits, CPC in Dialogue with World Political Parties High-Level Meetings, BRICS Political Parties Dialogues, Think Tanks and Civil Society Organizations Fora, etc.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 3 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
30 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
21 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
22 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
18 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has a long-standing partnership with the CCP. As a result, the leadership of both the executive and legislative branches of the CCM have been invited to visit and attend events in the PRC.
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In my country, there are reports of politicians or political parties receiving campaign finance or significant in-kind donations from PRC-connected entities or individuals.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 2 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
80 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
8 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
6 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
While there is no clear evidence showing that the CCP has donated money to any politician in Tanzania, the CCP donated to the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) towards the building of the building of China's first political school in Tanzania that started in July
Supplementary Notes
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In my country, groups with reported links to the United Front Work Department (UFWD) have hosted fundraisings or have provided other forms of support for government employees, politicians or parties.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
82 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
7 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
6 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no mention of UFWD in Tanzania
Supplementary Notes
There is no mention of UFWD in Tanzania
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PRC officials or PRC state media have criticized, harassed, or threatened local politicians, local government officials, or political parties in my country due to their activities, statements or policy advocacy.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
75 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
2 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
9 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
7 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
No, there is no evidence in the provided search results to suggest that PRC officials or PRC state media have criticized, harassed, or threatened local politicians, local government officials, or political parties in Tanzania due to their activities, statements, or policy advocacy.
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In my country, politicians or government employees have publicly echoed PRC talking points (e.g. denying PRC human rights issues, arguing that the PRC’s one-party political system could be beneficial for my country’s economic growth).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
31 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
15 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
26 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
22 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The statement in the referenced link confirms the ranking of this answer: 'Upholding the one-China policy is the cornerstone of Tanzania's relations with China, and Tanzania will continue to unswervingly support China on issues concerning its core interests and major concerns.'
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In my country, politicians or government employees have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly (e.g. have been appointed to lucrative positions as board members or consultants with PRC-invested firms, casinos, energy companies, etc.) during or in retirement from public office.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
60 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
6 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
21 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
8 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no evidence on politicians or government employees to have received direct or deferred benefits from PRC-connected individuals or entities openly or covertly.
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In my country, officials, political parties, and political elites try to suppress criticism of the PRC.
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
6 countries chose this answer
0/ No
74 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
3 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
11 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
3 countries chose this answer
95 countries answered this indicator; 6 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no available evidence to show that officials, and political elites try to suppress criticsim of the PRC.
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Foreign Policy
The Foreign Policy Domain gauges PRC efforts to achieve diplomatic objectives by influencing key actors in the Index country.
My country’s legislature has a joint parliamentary friendship group, committee or other forms of sub-organizations with the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ No
25 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
74 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There are friendship links between the Tanzanian parliament and PRC
Supplementary Notes
In November 2022, the National People’s Congress (NPC) of China has expressed its willingness to strengthen exchanges and cooperation with the Tanzanian Parliament at all levels. See link: Link
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My country receives foreign aid or significant in-kind donations from the PRC.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
37 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
9 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
4 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
16 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
35 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
Just like many African states, Tanzania receives significant foreign aid from PRC. In 2022 for example, the Mwalimu Julius Nyerere school was opened. It was constructed with the help of the PRC.
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The PRC provides training to diplomats or civil servants on governance from my country (such as at 国家行政学院 or 中央党校).
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ No
50 countries chose this answer
1/ Few, but insignificant
13 countries chose this answer
2/ More than a few, but insignificant
7 countries chose this answer
3/ Few, but significant
13 countries chose this answer
4/ More than a few, and significant
17 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
The Mwalimu Nyerere Leadership School in Kibaha will provide a platform for government leaders to be trained. The school provides a platform for China to enhance exchanges with leaders as a form of “party-to-party” diplomacy.
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Citizens of my country have been detained in the PRC or denied exit for political reasons, a.k.a. “hostage diplomacy.”
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
0/ No
84 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
17 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
There is no such occurrence in Sino-Tanzanian relations.
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In my country, politicians or government officials participate in events or projects affiliated with the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development (CCICED, 中国环境与发展国际合作委员会).
2024
No
Answer ( 0 / 4 )
Skipped
4 countries chose this answer
0/ No
71 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
26 countries chose this answer
97 countries answered this indicator; 4 countries skipped this indicator
Not Found
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My country has signed an agreement with the PRC to classify their diplomatic relationship as a "Strategic Partnership" or beyond.
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
0/ No
26 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
75 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
During a state visit to China in 2023, President Samia Suluhu Hassan and President Xi Jinping jointly announced the elevation of China-Tanzania relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership, and agreed to deepen the high-quality Belt and Road cooperation between the two countries.
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My country unquestionably uses PRC’s "One China Principle" which articulates that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China, rather than my country's own "One China Policy."
2024
Yes
Answer ( 4 / 4 )
Skipped
3 countries chose this answer
0/ No
29 countries chose this answer
4/ Yes
69 countries chose this answer
98 countries answered this indicator; 3 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
On several government outlets and speeches by government officials, the policy is a one China policy.
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's territorial claims (such as on the South China Sea arbitration ruling issued by the UNCLOS Arbitral Tribunal in July 2016); except claims over Taiwan, which are indirectly covered in indicator 7.
2024
Support
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
21 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
61 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
19 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
During a meeting with Chinese foreign Minister in 2021, Tanzanian Foreign Minister Palamagamba Kabudi noted that Tanzania regards China as its most trustworthy and staunch friend and partner. The Tanzanian government will always support China's position on issues related to Taiwan, Xinjiang, Tibet, Hong Kong and the South China Sea.
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's treatment, governance, or policy towards the Uyghur population in Xinjiang.
2024
Support
Skipped
1 countries chose this answer
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
30 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
37 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
33 countries chose this answer
100 countries answered this indicator; 1 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None provided
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's treatment, governance, or policy toward the Tibet population.
2024
Support
Skipped
2 countries chose this answer
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
20 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
56 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
23 countries chose this answer
99 countries answered this indicator; 2 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None provided
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My government has supported, remained silent about, or opposed the PRC's ongoing repression in Hong Kong, such as the imposition of the National Security Law or other actions to persecute Hong Kong protestors or activists.
2024
Support
0/ My country has rejected PRC‘s claim
25 countries chose this answer
2/ My country has remained silent
47 countries chose this answer
4/ My country has adhered to PRC‘s claim
29 countries chose this answer
101 countries answered this indicator; 0 countries skipped this indicator
Supporting Evidence
None provided
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