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EU's Lobito Corridor Upgrade Sparks Funding Controversy in Angola

3/30/2026

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The Lobito Corridor upgrade in Angola is a key part of the EU's €300 billion Global Gateway.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasizes the project's role in transporting copper and cobalt.
EU lawmakers question whether over US$2.3 billion in funding benefits Chinese state-owned companies.
The Benguela railway upgrade will connect Angola with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia.

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The Lobito Corridor upgrade in Angola is a key part of the EU's €300 billion Global Gateway.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasizes the project's role in transporting copper and cobalt.
EU lawmakers question whether over US$2.3 billion in funding benefits Chinese state-owned companies.
The Benguela railway upgrade will connect Angola with the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Zambia.