U.S. President Joe Biden is set to embark on his first visit to Africa as president, traveling to Germany and Angola from October 10 to 15, as announced by the White House on Tuesday.
The trip will begin in Germany, where Biden is expected to express gratitude for Germany’s support in Ukraine’s defense against Russia and to address various international issues. This visit comes at a time when strengthening alliances with European partners remains a priority for the Biden administration.
Following his stop in Germany, Biden will head to Angola from October 13 to 15, where he will meet with President João Lourenço. The two leaders plan to discuss enhancing collaboration on key issues, such as economic partnerships and regional peace and security. This meeting underscores Biden’s commitment to fostering closer ties with democracies across the African continent.
Originally, Biden intended to visit Angola in late 2023, but the trip was postponed due to the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas conflict. The upcoming visit highlights Biden’s efforts to deepen U.S. engagement in Africa, particularly in the context of increasing Chinese investments in the region.
This trip marks a significant step in Biden’s strategy to strengthen U.S. partnerships in Africa, aiming to address shared challenges and opportunities in an increasingly complex global landscape.
