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China casts long shadow over US-Africa Leaders Summit

Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks during U.S. Africa leaders' Summit at the Department of State in Washington on December 12, 2022. [AP Photo]

With dozens of African leaders descending on Washington this week, the Biden administration is offering a not-so-subtle pitch in its economic competition with China on the continent: The U.S. offers a better option to African partners.

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