'No preaching' and other tactics as China woos African leaders

Chinese diplomacy has made China Africa's largest trading partner, with a focus on infrastructure projects and job creation.

African countries seek to address the trade imbalance and heavy debt burden in their dealings with China.

The debt crisis caused by Chinese deals has led to discussions about improving African economies and reducing reliance on foreign powers.

There is a need for African leaders to assert their own terms and deals in their relations with China.