Trump’s Africa Policy to Focus on Business and Conservative Values – Africa.com
President-elect Donald Trump’s advisers are advocating for a revamp of U.S.-Africa policy centered on “deals and deterrence,” with an emphasis on pro-business strategies, conflict de-escalation and conservative social values. Unlike the Biden administration’s “woke diplomacy,” Trump’s approach is likely to prioritize the interests of evangelical Christians and roll back pro-LGBT policies, particularly in countries like Uganda. His first term was marked by a dismissive attitude towards African countries. However, it also lays the foundation for countering China’s influence on the continent. Trump’s leadership style and focus on business will help the United States squeeze out rivals on the continent, according to his advisers. Despite optimism on the right about U.S.-Africa relations under Trump, experts urge caution, especially since similar optimism has emerged since President Joe Biden took office.
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