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White House hosts West African leaders to discuss trade

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United States President Donald Trump is meeting with leaders from five African nations as he escalates a trade war that could impact developing countries reliant on commerce with the US.

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  • Senegal's women's basketball team was denied US visas ahead of a major tournament. 10s
  • Five West African heads of state were invited to meet President Trump amid possible US travel bans. 32s
  • The US recently pledged $2.5 billion in new agreements with African nations at a business summit. 1m 15s
  • African leaders are seeking win-win partnerships rather than aid. 1m 7s
  • Critics worry the meeting is aimed at pressuring African nations into unfavorable deals. 2m 8s
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