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China’s leading diplomat is traveling to Africa as Western interest diminishes

China’s leading diplomat commenced his annual New Year tour of Africa on Sunday, continuing a 35-year tradition aimed at subtly enhancing Beijing’s significant influence across the resource-rich continent, particularly as European engagement diminishes and American involvement becomes uncertain. As global leaders and investors prepare for the impending return of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, and as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, along with domestic … Continue reading China’s leading diplomat is traveling to Africa as Western interest diminishes

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French soldiers prepare to board on a fighter plane at Kossei camp at the French military base of N'Djamena in Chad.
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France is losing its last influence in Africa, which is moving towards complete decolonization

On November 28, a significant development occurred in N’Djamena, the capital of Chad, as the country announced its decision to terminate its military defense agreement with France. This announcement was made by Chadian Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah through an official statement on the ministry’s Facebook page. “The government of the Republic of Chad informs the national and international community of its decision to end the … Continue reading France is losing its last influence in Africa, which is moving towards complete decolonization

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French President Emmanuel Macron poses with Chad's President General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno at the 19th Francophonie Summit of French-speaking nations in the castle of Villers-Cotterets, France.
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Chad’s President Deby has stated that the military agreement with France is no longer relevant

Chad’s President Mahamat Deby stated that the decision to end the military agreement with France was made because it had become obsolete, marking his first public comments since the unexpected announcement last week. In a speech given late Sunday, Deby emphasized that the pact no longer met Chad’s security or geopolitical requirements. The country has faced a jihadist insurgency for over a decade, and support … Continue reading Chad’s President Deby has stated that the military agreement with France is no longer relevant

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U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a dinner with U.S. service members and their families ahead of Thanksgiving at U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York on Staten Island, New York, U.S.
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Biden’s visit to Africa aims to highlight a victory over China

Joe Biden is scheduled to depart for Angola on Sunday, fulfilling his commitment to visit Africa during his presidency. The trip will emphasize a significant U.S.-supported railway initiative designed to redirect essential minerals away from China. This project, partially financed by a U.S. loan, connects the mineral-rich Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zambia to the Angolan port of Lobito on the Atlantic, providing a … Continue reading Biden’s visit to Africa aims to highlight a victory over China

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Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?
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Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

Weeks after infiltrating Mali’s capital unnoticed, the jihadis launched their attack just before dawn prayers. They targeted an elite police training academy, resulting in the deaths of numerous students, and proceeded to storm Bamako’s airport, where they set the presidential jet ablaze. The assault on September 17 marked the most audacious attack in a Sahel capital since 2016, highlighting the capabilities of jihadist groups affiliated … Continue reading Why is West Africa becoming a hot spot of terrorism?

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