China expands soft power in Arab world via language, scholarships

China is deepening cultural and educational ties with Arab youth through Confucius Institutes, scholarships, and exchanges, aiming to move beyond economic cooperation. This soft-power push is well-received in the Middle East and North Africa, contrasting with US skepticism. The long-term goal is to cultivate influence among future elites, potentially shifting regional alignments.

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