Friday, December 14, 2018

Trump Administration Announces New Africa Policy

National Security Advisor John Bolton announced the Trump administration's new Africa policy on 13 December 2018 at the conservative Heritage Foundation. He said the administration will begin executing the policy immediately.

The strategy addresses three core interests: First, it will advance U.S. trade and commercial ties. Second, it will counter the threat from "Radical Islamic Terrorism and violent conflict." Third, it will ensure that U.S. taxpayer dollars for aid are used efficiently and effectively. In this connection, Bolton announced a new initiative called "Prosper Africa," which will support U.S. investment across the continent, grow Africa's middle class, and improve the overall business climate in the region.

Bolton's remarks included the sharpest criticism yet from any administration on the role being played in Africa by China and Russia.