Sub-Saharan Africa: A Strategic Assessment
Abstract
Rich in mineral resources and possessing tremendous market potential, Africa nonetheless holds no US vital interest. The U S has no significant military presence in Africa to Include no bases, no combat forces, and no homeport for US military ships. Despite these limited security interests, the Clinton Administration has been committed to ensuring a robust United States (US) role on the continent, focused on democratic reform and access to the free markets. The authors agree that such an activist role is prudent, although we take exception to certain of the Administration's policy prescriptions. Our strategic assessment of the sub-Sahara African region follows. It is our intent to present this effort by first discussing the African context and our assumptions. We will continue our analysis by examining the American national interest, transnational interests, and opportunities for US policy in the region. We will conclude with recommendations for the broad outlines of future US policy toward Africa.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA441987
Entities
People
- Darrell Sims
- Jack Dees
- Khalid M. Al-saud
Organizations
- National War College