China Overpowers US in Africa

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    Vines said the U.S's "Achillis hell" when it comes to engagement with Africa it's the American private sector, which "outside of hydrocarbon investments and access to strategic and critical minerals remains tepid." "This gives China and other U.S. competitors an advantage."

    Period10 Sept 2024

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    • TitleChina Overpowers US in Africa
      Degree of recognitionInternational
      Media name/outletNewsweek
      Media typeWeb
      Country/TerritoryUnited States
      Date10/09/24
      DescriptionChina has promised African leaders over $50 billion in financing over the next three years. The pledge comes as China continues to outspend the U.S. in the continent, though the Biden administration is trying to narrow the gap.
      Producer/AuthorMicah McCartney
      URLhttps://www.newsweek.com/china-overpowers-us-africa-1950903
      PersonsAlex Vines
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    Keywords

    • US
    • Africa
    • FOCAC
    • Strategic minerals
    • China