26 June 2007

Africa's praiseworthy nimbyism

The United States, with an eye ever gluing to oil reserves, wants to build a massive military presence in Africa in order to stamp its neo-colonial authority on the a continent whose importance as a energy supplier is growing in leaps and bounds. But wait a minute; not so fast buddy. It seems that the Africans are all that excited at the prospect of hosting Africom*, as it will be called, despite the considerable economic stimulus it would provide.

Compare and contrast the headlines. TheWashington Post headlines its article with "North Africa Reluctant to Host US Command" whereas the Guardian chooses the more negative "Africa united in rejecting US request for military HQ". We report - you decide!

*Will Africom have a website at www.africom.com? I think it's available should anyone wish to make the investment.

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