Geopolitical Considerations of China’s Maritime Silk Road Initiative and Port Developments Introduction The Maritime Silk Road Initiative (MSRI), a cornerstone of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) launched in 2013, is a comprehensive strategy aimed at revitalizing ancient maritime trade routes and forging stronger economic and political connections across Asia, Europe, and Africa (Wang, 2020). […]

The Role of Logistics in Enhancing Maritime Operations in Côte d’Ivoire’s Coastal Waters 1. Introduction For several years, the West African coast has been an attractive area for shippers due to its abundant resources. Although the installed logistics infrastructure has been established for several decades to meet the various maritime operations such as dredging, container […]

The Impact of Intra-regional Trade Growth on West African Port Infrastructure: Investment Needs and Capacity Development Strategies. West Africa’s potential for economic growth is significantly linked to the performance of its ports. These ports serve as critical gateways for intra-regional trade, facilitating the movement of goods and connecting the region to global markets. A surge […]