Tag: Angola
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Joe Biden’s Angola Visit: A Strategic Step for the Lobito Corridor and Africa’s Future
U.S. President Joe Biden’s official trip to Angola marks a significant moment in U.S.-Africa relations, focusing global attention on the Lobito Corridor. As his only official visit to the African continent during his presidency, Biden’s presence underscores the strategic importance of this economic initiative, not just for Angola but for the entire region. The Lobito…
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A Single Point Of Failure
Submitted by Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Kimberly Process Chair 2024 The global diamond industry once again finds itself at a crossroads, and while the need to curb conflict diamonds and ensure ethical sourcing remains paramount, the European Union’s proposal for a single diamond control node in Antwerp raises serious concerns about sovereignty and efficiency, while undermining the…