Africa from the Washington Perspective - Looking Back, Moving Ahead

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Africa from the Washington Perspective - Looking Back, Moving Ahead

[KRL International] Washington, DC -- With the presidential election taking place today, it is time to reflect on the Trump administration's Africa policy and consider what's in store for the next four years -- either with a second Trump term or a new Biden presidency. Since the Clinton administration, U.S.-Africa policy has been marked by bipartisan continuity, focused on promoting good governance, economic development, and trade between the U.S. and African countries. Will these priorities continue, and should they? Wha

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