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Biden's attention also turned to Africa, with proclamations of renewed engagement following a period of neglect during the Trump administration. Here, Biden initiated summits with African leaders and outlined ambitious investment packages aimed at countering Chinese and Russian influence across the continent. However, the legacies of these efforts remain vague, as numerous proposed initiatives often fell short on implementation and impactful results.
Simultaneously, the U.S.'s hands-off approach in response to conflicts, including the increasingly dire situation in Haiti, left a void that illustrated the administration's struggle to translate rhetoric into effective action. This ongoing engagement, or lack thereof, underlines a continuous struggle for influence on the global stage.