Bangladesh, March 28 -- The recent decision by Secretary of State Marco Rubio to significantly reduce the US Agency for International Development (USAID) programs in Africa has reignited debates about Washingtons long-term role on the continent. The 83 percent cut in USAID funding is poised to have profound consequences for African nations, particularly in healthcare, economic development, and food security. This move has been interpreted by many as a shift in US foreign policy priorities, with some critics arguing that it could cede influence to China, which has been expanding its footprint in Africa through infrastructure projects and economic partnerships. However, rather than framing the issue solely through the lens of great power co...