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Economic Interdependence Under Globalization: The Case of Nigeria-China Bilateral Relations


Authors : Umeh, Lucy Chinwe; Onuoha, Frances Ugonne; Okonkwo W. O.

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 6 - June

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Abstract : This study x-rayed Economic Interdependence under Globalization: The Case of Nigeria-China Bilateral Relations. Specifically, this study investigates how Nigeria’s relationship with China has contributed to the economic growth, human capital development and social progress of both countries and most importantly to Nigeria. By adopting secondary method of data collection, dependency theory and content data analysis, this study found that one of Nigeria’s economic was linked to economic dependence and weak governance and alliance. But also highlights that China has come to play a big role in Nigeria’s trading network, energizing overall national economic advancement. This research therefore concludes and recommends that the government of Nigeria should make the most out of their relationship with China in order to promote sustainable growth and development in the country.

Keywords : Economic Globalization, Neo-Colonialism, Trade Imbalance, Trade Dependency, Economic Relationship.

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This study x-rayed Economic Interdependence under Globalization: The Case of Nigeria-China Bilateral Relations. Specifically, this study investigates how Nigeria’s relationship with China has contributed to the economic growth, human capital development and social progress of both countries and most importantly to Nigeria. By adopting secondary method of data collection, dependency theory and content data analysis, this study found that one of Nigeria’s economic was linked to economic dependence and weak governance and alliance. But also highlights that China has come to play a big role in Nigeria’s trading network, energizing overall national economic advancement. This research therefore concludes and recommends that the government of Nigeria should make the most out of their relationship with China in order to promote sustainable growth and development in the country.

Keywords : Economic Globalization, Neo-Colonialism, Trade Imbalance, Trade Dependency, Economic Relationship.

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