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Trump Hosts African Leaders to Strengthen U.S. Ties

7/9/2025

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President Trump is set to welcome leaders from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal for a pivotal summit in Washington from July 9-11. With trade, security, and critical minerals on the agenda, this gathering seeks to bolster U.S. ties in Africa, countering the rising influence of China and Russia.

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President Trump is set to welcome leaders from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal for a pivotal summit in Washington from July 9-11. With trade, security, and critical minerals on the agenda, this gathering seeks to bolster U.S. ties in Africa, countering the rising influence of China and Russia.