Danish Foreign Minister Rasmussen: ‘We Live in the Century of Africa’

Denmark intends to significantly expand its engagement in Africa, also aiming to counteract the influence of China and Russia on the continent.

The Danish government, when presenting a new comprehensive Africa strategy on Monday, stated that Denmark, like the European Union as a whole, must become better at responding to the wishes and priorities of African countries.

According to the strategy, equal partnerships with African states are a central component. The strategy covers trade, migration, conflict resolution and adaptation to the effects of climate change.

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“We live in the century of Africa,” explained Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Minister for Development Cooperation Dan Jørgensen, in the foreword of the strategy.

They said that Africa’s geopolitical relevance has never been greater in view of growing populations and economies as well as an equally growing self-confidence.

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