Analysis - Although there are benefits for both countries, the US is clearly challenging the dominance of China and Russia in Southern Africa.
Although there are benefits for both countries, the US is clearly challenging the dominance of China and Russia in Southern Africa .
Despite Angola's historical connections with Russia, including Soviet support for the People's Movement for the Liberation of Angola during its civil war, and strong economicwith China, recent actions suggest a shift. Angola's United Nations abstention on the Russia-Ukraine War and subsequent vote against Russia reflect a growing foreign policy agency and potential alignment with US efforts to counter Russian influence.
While the corridor promises long-term economic benefits, its immediate impact on the livelihoods of ordinary Angolans - one out of three of whom live in severeSecurity considerations have also elevated US-Angola relations. The withdrawal of two US military bases in Niger coincides with a growing presence in the Sahel of Russia's Africa Corps and concerns about China's Global Security Initiative. General Michael Langley of US Africa Command hasto Angola.
The Lobito Corridor is part of the US' Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment, viewed as a direct response to China's Belt and Road Initiative. The corridor and TAZARA's rehabilitation are a means to connect Africa from east to west, but they also reflect competition between the US and China for influence and access to Africa's mineral wealth.
Biden's planned visit signifies a strategic advancement of US-Angola relations, offering substantial benefits for both countries. However, the US is clearly pursuing major geopolitical interests aimed at challenging Chinese and Russian dominance in Southern Africa.
News Politics Economy Trade Business Sports Current Events Travel Africa Southern Africa External Relations United States Canada And Africa Europe And Africa Angola Asia Australia And Africa Central Africa
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Corporate Council on Africa Announces Angola as Host of 2025 U.S.-Africa Business SummitThe Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) has the high honor of announcing that the Government of the Republic of Angola will host the 17th U.S.-Africa Business Summit in 2025 in the city of Luanda, Angola. Following on a meeting of CCA leadership with His Excellency João Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola during the May 2024 U.S.
Read more »
Angola: Diplomat Highlights Angola's Economic ReformsAngola's permanent representative to the United Nations and other International Organizations based in Geneva, Margarida Izata, highlighted, on Thursday, Angola's commitment to reforms in the economic and social sectors, with the 2023/2027 National Development Plan.
Read more »
Angola: President Biden Postpones Travel to Germany and Angola As Major Hurricane ApproachesAnnouncement - Given the projected trajectory and strength of Hurricane Milton, President Biden is postponing his upcoming trip to Germany and Angola in order to oversee preparations for and the response to Hurricane Milton, in addition to the ongoing response to the impacts of Hurricane Helene across the Southeast.
Read more »
Angola: Hurricane Milton Forces President Biden to Postpone Angola TripPress Release -
Read more »
Africa: U.S. President Biden Set To Visit AngolaPress Release - President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will travel to Germany and Angola, from October 10 to 15. In Germany, President Biden will meet with German leaders to further strengthen the close bond the United States and Germany share as Allies and friends and coordinate on shared priorities. The President will reinforce the U.S.
Read more »
Horn of Africa: Why is Turkey deepening its ties with Somalia?The two signed a new naval deal this year after more than a decade of strategic partnership.
Read more »