ABIDJAN. Ivory Coast — During his visit to African nations this week, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Tuesday an extra $45 million to address conflict and bolster stability in coastal West Africa, which has seen a surge in insecurity due to jihadist insurgencies.
Blinken’s tour, which began on Jan. 21, includes visits to Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Nigeria and Angola. Blinken’s is visiting the West African nations to discuss important issues they face, such as security, health, and climate change, as well as trade partnerships. Blinken’s trip this month follows his diplomatic trip to Africa last month.
Security concerns, Russia and China’s expanding influence in West Africa, and last year’s coup in Nigeria are several topics Blinken will address on his trip, which culminates on Jan. 26.
More on the U.S.-Africa relations and Blinken’s trip.
