"U.S. Strengthening Ties with Angola and Nigeria: Blinken's Diplomatic Efforts in Africa"
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The United States is deepening its ties with Angola, as the African nation shifts away from reliance on China and Russia. A major realignment is underway as Angola embraces Washington and Europe for infrastructure projects, including a $250 million rail corridor for critical minerals. The U.S.-funded Export-Import Bank has committed to a $900 million loan for a solar panel project along the rail line. This shift represents a model for economic cooperation with African nations and signals a stronger, more consequential relationship between the United States and Angola.
- U.S. deepens ties with Angola, a model for Washington's ties to Africa The Washington Post
- Blinken hails progress in construction of Angola's Lobito rail corridor Reuters
- Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Angolan Foreign Minister Téte António at a Joint Press Availability - United States Department of State Department of State
- Blinken Visits Nigeria as Questions Swirl About Civilian Deaths and U.S. Security Ties The Intercept
- Blinken Touts U.S. Investments in Angola The New York Times
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