Then why did China ask for the Hambantota port[1]. It is a clear strategic and economic policy. Not to deny other countries haven't done that in the past; but it is a clear way of gaining control - especially the taking control over infrastructure part.
Same is the case with Africa, and many projects of which do not benefit the citizens of those countries in any way too. [2]
Same is the case with Africa, and many projects of which do not benefit the citizens of those countries in any way too. [2]
[1]: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/25/world/asia/china-sri-lank... [2]: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJSD8XV3qzE