U.S. Economic Policy in Sub-Saharan Africa: Are We Pointed in the Right Direction?
Abstract
Fostering economic growth and prosperity in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is important to our national interests. There has been very little improvement in the economic status of the average African since the end of colonial rule. Many African countries are poorer now than they were at the time of their independence. Problems with potential global impact such as failed states HIV/AIDS environmental degradation and endemic poverty and starvation continue to exist. As a nation the United States is at a critical juncture where it finds itself without peer and at times with a less than desirable image. As a result of improvements in technology communications and transportation many in the Third World realize that they are truly deprived and look to the U.S. for leadership and resolution. To be sure the U.S. cannot be all things to all nations but our continued good fortune will depend on international stability and the continued improvement of the human condition in disadvantaged regions. SSA is a critical link to international stability and in time our good fortune in the coming years. This paper will examine current U.S. economic strategy in SSA and attempt to assess its efficacy in improving the conditions in that region.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 03, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA423734
Entities
People
- David E. Glover
Organizations
- United States Army War College