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Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton embarked Wednesday on a seven-nation tour of Africa, where Islamist militants have made startling gains and increasing Chinese influence has secured abundant resources for the communist-ruled nation.
During a stop in the West African nation of Senegal, Mrs. Clinton poked at China’s investment in African endeavors by urging more partnerships with democratic countries.
“America will stand up for democracy and universal human rights, even when it might be easier or more profitable to look the other way,” Mrs. Clinton said. “Not every partner makes that choice, but we do and we will.”
Her 11-day trip is the highest-level visit by a U.S. official to the continent since the Obama administration in June issued a strategy for Africa that calls for greater access for investment between U.S. and African countries, as well as democratic reform and economic development.
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