In a bid to underscore his commitment to global engagement, President Joe Biden announced plans for an official visit to Africa in February, should he secure re-election in the upcoming U.S. presidential race.
During a cordial meeting with Kenyan President William Ruto at the White House, Biden expressed his intention to journey to Africa post-election, a move signaling a potential shift in U.S. foreign policy.
While the details of the visit remain tentative, discussions between Biden and Ruto spanned a spectrum of crucial topics including trade, debt relief, and strategies for addressing key international challenges in regions like Haiti, Ukraine, and Sudan.
National security adviser Jake Sullivan hinted at Biden’s eagerness to engage with the African continent, citing the president’s longstanding acknowledgment of its global significance. Despite this, no formal announcement regarding the visit’s specifics has been made yet. Biden’s proposed trip comes amidst notable visits by several high-ranking administration officials to various African nations, highlighting the administration’s concerted efforts to deepen diplomatic ties with the continent.
