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This report analyzes the policy of the United States on Africa. Africa is in danger of slipping further on the list of US foreign policy priorities because of Washington's preoccupation with Iraq, Afghanistan, North Korea, and the war on terrorism. Yet Africa is a growing source of petroleum and raw materials, an important trading partner, and an enormous untapped market for American investment. The author concludes that with more focused US engagement, Africa can become a stronger partner in addressing costly regional crises and mitigating global terrorism. Such policy can leverage US influence and enhance its image in Africa while boosting the continent's economic development and political stability.