How China’s US$900 million port deal in Angola shows its dominance over US interests The recent $900 million port deal between China and Angola is a stark reminder of the United States' dwindling economic influence in Africa.
While Washington has been promoting its strategic rail project, Beijing has quietly secured a significant foothold in the continent's critical infrastructure.
The Biden administration's visit to Angola in December 2024 was seen as a major gesture of US interest in the region, but it appears that this effort has been overshadowed by China's more pragmatic approach.