Dig the Oil, Dodge the Bill: US Hypocrisy in Central Africa
The US wants African oil—but not African rules.
While American oil giants reap billions from Central Africa, a new US bill aims to block IMF support for countries trying to keep environmental restoration funds within their own borders—funds specifically designated for cleaning up after oil drilling.
Here’s the contradiction:
🔹Central African states want oil companies to deposit $5–10 billion in local banks to boost reserves and fund future environmental cleanup;
🔹The US move, led by Republican Reps. Huizenga and Meuser, aims to shield oil companies from stricter African regulations;
🔹Yet, the same US regularly pressures Global South countries to act on climate, while undermining their ability to do so financially.
Implausible Deniability
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2025-04-11 03:34:06
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