FEDERALhearing transcript

Congressional Hearing on Chinese Influence in Africa

Original title: GREAT POWER COMPETITION IN AFRICA: THE CHINESE COMMUNIST PARTY

January 1, 2023

Foreign Policy China Africa International Relations National Security Humanitarian Aid

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing establishes the legislative oversight framework for U.S. foreign policy and aid strategies in Africa as the U.S. competes with Chinese economic and military influence on the continent.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. Department of State

The agency is subject to congressional oversight regarding its foreign policy strategies in Africa.

USAID

The agency is subject to congressional oversight regarding its development and humanitarian aid programs in Africa.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2023.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The House on Africa held a hearing to examine the strategic influence of the Chinese Communist Party in Africa and to discuss how the United States can offer alternative economic and diplomatic partnerships. The session included testimony from officials at the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development.

Key Facts

The hearing was held on April 18, 2023, by the Subcommittee on Africa of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
The subcommittee observed a moment of silence for World Food Program staff killed in Sudan.
The Chairman called for a humanitarian cease-fire in Sudan.
The hearing examined China's goal to become a preeminent economic and military power by 2049.
The committee is reviewing the effectiveness of U.S. soft power and diplomatic engagement in Africa compared to Chinese influence.
The hearing serves as a follow-up to a full committee hearing on the Chinese Communist Party held on February 28, 2023.

Why It Matters

This hearing establishes the legislative oversight framework for U.S. foreign policy and aid strategies in Africa as the U.S. competes with Chinese economic and military influence on the continent.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the primary purpose of this hearing?

To examine China's strategic aims in Africa and discuss how the U.S. can provide alternative options that advance the interests of both Africans and Americans.

Who provided testimony at this hearing?

Officials from the U.S. Department of State (Amy Holman and Rick Waters) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (Janean Davis).

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Discoveries

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Focus on Sudan Humanitarian Crisis

The hearing opened with a specific focus on the safety of humanitarian workers in Sudan, indicating that immediate regional conflicts are influencing the broader strategic discussion on China.

World Food Program Sudan

Connected Entities

personJohn James“Chairman of the Subcommittee on Africa”Map →

personAmy Holman“Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Bureau of African Affairs”Map →

personJanean Davis“Deputy Assistant Administrator, Bureau for Africa, USAID”Map →

organizationChinese Communist Party“Subject of the strategic competition inquiry”Map →

personRick Waters“China Coordinator and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for China and Taiwan”Map →

organizationWorld Food Program“Staff members killed in Sudan conflict”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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