Beyond Boundaries 25 | U.S. Africa Policy | Space, Energy, Aviation & Tech

This series will convene key policymakers, business executives, investors, and thought leaders committed to reshaping the U.S.–Africa relationship through the lens of commercial diplomacy and optimizing strategic resource management, strengthening economic ties between the United States and Africa.

These discussions will be pivotal in shaping the future of U.S.-Africa relations and ensuring shared prosperity.At a time when global competition for markets and critical assets is intensifying, this platform moves beyond rhetoric to focus on actionable, market-driven solutions that drive trade, investment, and innovation. Attendees will have the opportunity to forge meaningful connections with decision-makers and industry stakeholders capable of unlocking real opportunities for Africa’s advancement.

At this pivotal juncture, the U.S.–Africa relationship must evolve from aspirational dialogues to concrete, commercially viable strategies. With rising geopolitical shifts, energy transitions, and Africa's demographic momentum, it is imperative to reassess and modernize U.S. policy frameworks to foster sustainable bilateral economic growth.

This roundtable will bring together a distinguished coalition of policymakers, private sector leaders, diaspora leaders, and scholars to develop practicable strategies for expanding U.S.–Africa trade, strengthening economic cooperation, and securing access to critical resources. Special attention will be given to the role of the African diaspora as a commercial and diplomatic bridge, and the urgency of aligning policy with Africa’s economic potential in an era of intensifying global power competition.

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