19 Mar 2024 1:01 pm
From the article:
The Pentagon is working with Niger officials, seeking a way for U.S. troops to stay in the country — a key base for counterterrorism operations in sub-Saharan Africa —
I didn't see much--if any--in the article that mentions economics. Niger has a lot of molybdenum, coal, uranium, oil, iron, among other natural resources. My guess is that it's what it's always about--money. I believe Africa will shortly be the new battleground for proxy conflict. I would be embarrassed to acknowledge the UK imperializing Niger for many years. It seems to be the same, but more subtle. Or slick. Take your pick on that one.
The Pentagon is working with Niger officials, seeking a way for U.S. troops to stay in the country — a key base for counterterrorism operations in sub-Saharan Africa —
I didn't see much--if any--in the article that mentions economics. Niger has a lot of molybdenum, coal, uranium, oil, iron, among other natural resources. My guess is that it's what it's always about--money. I believe Africa will shortly be the new battleground for proxy conflict. I would be embarrassed to acknowledge the UK imperializing Niger for many years. It seems to be the same, but more subtle. Or slick. Take your pick on that one.