Despite nearly $80 billion in trade in 2025, US engagement with Africa does not always reflect the economic and strategic priorities of individual nations. From critical minerals in the Democratic Republic of Congo to economic opportunities in Nigeria and security cooperation in Djibouti, these disparities underscore the need for a more tailored US strategy that advances American interests while building durable, mutually beneficial partnerships.
To learn more, read “Recalibrating Selective Engagement in US-Africa Relations”: https://www.hoover.org/research/recalibrating-selective-engagement-us-africa-relations?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=HHL_policybrief&utm_content=10292026
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