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After The Summit: How Usa Can Beat China's Grip In Africa by ojimbo(m): 8:11pm On Aug 08, 2014 |
Africa has indeed turned the corner. A continent once synonymous with death, disease and destruction is showing signs of improvement. Virtually unscathed by the global financial slowdown, the African continent boasts some of the fastest growing economies in the world. Nigeria, Ghana and Tanzania are some of the countries leading the way in this exclusive economic growth club. With a combined population size of 1 billion, 70% under the age of 30 and an annual spend of $600 billion, the African continent is an attractive business proposition for any investor. It comes as no surprise then that the U.S. is making huge strides to accommodate Africans. Hosting one of the largest gatherings of African Leaders in Washington, the U.S. is showing the world -- and sending a signal to its closest rival, China -- that it can and will have African influence, which it can convert into commercial opportunities that can translate to receipts. Chinese dominance The acceleration of China across Africa has been breathtaking. A long standing business relationship with the continent has translated to huge trade volumes in excess of $200 billion in 2013, doubling what the U.S. achieved in that same year. Read this: Twitter reacts to U.S.-African Leaders Summit Taking the world by surprise, a liberalized African continent voted with its feet changing suppliers -- re- affirming China's dominance, with the U.S. fast closing the gap; the Washington conference is confirmation of President Obama's new ambition in making up lost ground. Challenges Security challenges facing the African continent are huge. Africa is by no means a picnic. The U.S. government will have to put security at the top of it agenda as American businesses expand operation across the African continent. Instability in Libya, Central African Republic and extremist Islamic groups can be a constant threat. Doing business in Africa will have its hazards; the business environment can be harsh and unforgiving. Yet, despite these challenges, exceptional growth figures in Nigeria prove that despite repeated and sustained attacks by militant group Boko Haram, Nigeria is still considered a thriving hub for businesses worldwide. Source-CNN |
Re: After The Summit: How Usa Can Beat China's Grip In Africa by Dreal1247: 8:19pm On Aug 08, 2014 |
With all there challenges, militants, insulgents, oil theft, kidnapping, etc, Nigeria is still waxing strong. What of a situation where there challenges become history. We shall surely get there. |
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