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African Affairs
Special Assistant to
the President and Senior Director
The Office advises and assists the President and National Security Advisor
on all aspects of U.S. foreign policy with respect to Sub-Saharan
Africa's economy, politics and security concerns.
The United States wishes to establish a long-term partnership with
Africa, and the office advises and assists the President in carrying out
his policy of promoting democracy, good governance, trade and
investment, and sustainable development in Africa and to resolve
regional conflicts.