Monday, April 22, 2024

This Crumbling Railway Is at the Center of U.S. vs. China in Africa

 This Crumbling Railway Is at the Center of U.S. vs. China in Africa | WSJ  Breaking Ground

This Crumbling Railway Is at the Center of U.S. vs. China in Africa | WSJ


 The $1.7 billion U.S.-backed Lobito Corridor Project aims to revitalize a rail system from Angola to the Democratic Republic of Congo, securing vital mineral supply chains essential for EV batteries and other green tech. It's a key move in the U.S.’s pushback against China's Belt and Road initiatives in Africa, reflecting its growing foreign policy focus on the continent.

Infrastructure Mantle in AfricaWSJ explores the railway megaproject and examines the high-stakes battle between the U.S. and China for economic influence in Africa.

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