"Africa possesses significant economic potential and offers tremendous opportunities for the United States."
"The Chinese Communist Party continues to aggressively pursue predatory economic projects in Africa."
"Increased U.S.-African cooperation also serves the strategic interest of the United States."
"I think it also is important as well to continue to convey the basic principles of free market competition that we support here in America that are not available in dealing with Chinese companies."
"It is an agreement that I feel is deeply flawed."
"I hope we can continue this conversation, particularly with the thought of how we can prevent the CCP from diverting or, in some way, frustrating those efforts."
"As authoritarian states, such as China and Russia, look to systematically curb freedom and democracy throughout the world, it is imperative that the United States continue to bolster its people-to-peo..."
"I see a very challenging role there because we are making commitments to continue U.S. aid, but the Taliban has taken over half the districts there, putting our presence there under tremendous pressur..."
"We create the environment conducive to diplomacy."
"I think it could make a real difference for the United States' interests around the globe."
"I was very disappointed to see it. I am also happy that Leader McConnell and Appropriations Committee Vice Chairman Shelby are proposing a Continuing Resolution that will include a billion dollars to ..."