From Monday, December 2, 2024, to Wednesday, December 4, 2024, U.S. President Joe Biden will visit Angola in what will be his first trip to the African continent during his presidency. This landmark visit makes good on President Biden’s commitment to visiting Africa and deepening U.S.-Africa relations, a promise that has been seen as falling short of being fully implemented by many who believe he has prioritized other global events at the expense of Africa.
The timing of the trip, coming in a lame duck period, raises questions about what the visit is intended to achieve and raises question about how a Trump Administration will approach Africa.
This panel discussion will provide a comprehensive preview of President Biden’s priorities for the visit, from strengthening bilateral ties with Angola to advancing economic collaboration through initiatives like the Lobito Corridor. Panelists will also examine the broader implications of this engagement on Angola’s quest for improved democracy, governance and human rights, as well as examine questions around global power competition.
