Media Briefing: President Obama's Trip to Africa
Wilson Center experts on Africa preview President Obama's upcoming trip to Senegal, South Africa, and Tanzania
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On June 26 President Obama travels to Senegal, Tanzania, and South Africa for his third trip to the continent as President. According to Admninstration officials the trip will focus on the support of democracies in the region, regional integration, and trade and investment. It is unclear, however, what outcomes may come from this trip or if it will lead to any new policies toward Africa.
Experts at the Wilson Center held a conference call to answer press questions about the trip. Full audio and a transcript from the call can be found here.
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The Africa Program works to address the most critical issues facing Africa and US-Africa relations, build mutually beneficial US-Africa relations, and enhance knowledge and understanding about Africa in the United States. The Program achieves its mission through in-depth research and analyses, public discussion, working groups, and briefings that bring together policymakers, practitioners, and subject matter experts to analyze and offer practical options for tackling key challenges in Africa and in US-Africa relations. Read more
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