United StatesAfrica Leaders Summit 2022

The United States–Africa Leaders Summit 2022, held in Washington, D.C., from December 13–15, aimed to strengthen relations between the U.S. and African countries. Hosted by President Joe Biden, it was attended by leaders from 49 African nations and the African Union Commission. The summit focused on health, climate change, food security, conflicts, and space cooperation.

The event marked the second such gathering, following the first in 2014 under Barack Obama. During Donald Trump's presidency, U.S. focus on Africa declined, while China's influence grew on the continent. Biden announced the second summit in July 2022.

The three-day agenda included various sessions: Day 1 featured sub-forums on youth leadership, civil society, trade, space, peace, health, conservation, and climate. Day 2 highlighted business partnerships through the U.S.-Africa Business Forum, with discussions on trade, infrastructure, agribusiness, and technology, followed by Biden's keynote address and a state dinner. Day 3 involved leaders' sessions on governance, peace, prosperity, food security, and multilateral partnerships.

Participants included 49 African countries, all AU members except four suspended due to coups (Burkina Faso, Guinea, Mali, Sudan). The Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic was excluded due to lack of U.S. recognition. Notable dignitary Moussa Faki Mahamat led the AU Commission. Biden met with leaders collectively but did not hold individual meetings.

The summit aimed to address global challenges and promote cooperation across key areas, emphasizing sustainable development and stability in Africa.