Submitted by christian on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 11:09
This article was written by Adam Tiffen, a member of the Truman National Security Project’s Defense Council in the U.S. who currently works in sustainable development. Views expressed are his own. Article has been edited.
"To support its booming economic growth, China’s demand for natural resources has become insatiable. In exchange for locking up access to natural resources, China has authorized billions of dollars in loans to African governments. With an increasing number of these governments beholden to China, a new imperial empire is taking shape in Africa.
Submitted by christian on Fri, 08/08/2014 - 11:48
Policy: The United States recognizes that Africa is a region of growing economic opportunity and innovation and aims to expand a trade and investment partnership that is grounded in shared interests and mutual responsibility. Africa offers a diverse and broad range of trade and investment opportunities in national and regional markets. The U.S. Government will encourage U.S.
