The strongest version of this narrative presents globalisation as resilient despite geopolitical headwinds, with Africa emerging as a dynamic player in global trade networks. The report’s data-driven approach lends credibility, and its emphasis on Africa’s shift from aid to trade aligns with broader economic empowerment narratives. However, the framing of globalisation as "holding its ground" may downplay structural vulnerabilities—such as the concentration of trade shifts toward geopolitically ...