Halten Sie China in Schach und kritische Mineralien auf Lager: Der Fall für die Zusammenarbeit mit Afrika-Africa-Verteidigung

*Submission Statement:* The United States is facing an increasingly hostile global strategic environment from adversarial states, led by China, working to dismantle the US-led global order. China, along with Russia, Iran, and North Korea, is rapidly advancing military capabilities to challenge the US, while traditional security alliances, especially in Europe, are weakening. In response, the US is shifting its focus to Africa, home to vast mineral resources critical to its defense needs. However, the U.S. lacks a coherent strategy to compete with the influence of authoritarian states in the region. This report suggests that by supporting African nations in developing their mineral processing capabilities, the US can secure a reliable supply of critical minerals while reducing China’s influence. It also outlines recommendations for US policymakers to build stronger partnerships with African countries while enhancing US-Africa relations in the context of global security challenges.