Reference Message Network reported on April 24 according to AFP's report on April 24, the Trump administration ordered to close an American aid agency on the 23rd. It was reported that this agency had made large-scale investments in infrastructure projects in Africa and other developing countries.
The report said that the Millennium Challenge Corporation would immediately stop all kinds of projects it was conducting globally, from road construction to modernization of power grids. If no other partners take over, many ongoing projects may be put on hold.
According to a staff member, at an employee meeting held on the 23rd, an executive of the company announced that the company was "in orderly closure" and all projects would be stopped.
A memo addressed to all employees seen by the reporter before this meeting said that the Department of Government Efficiency led by Musk required this company to "significantly reduce its workforce".
The report mentioned that the Millennium Challenge Corporation was established in 2004 with support from both parties in the United States. The company specializes in signing investment cooperation agreements with developing countries that meet US standards. Since its establishment, the company has cumulatively invested more than 10 billion US dollars, and many important projects are currently being implemented.
The report also said that Trump has clearly stated that he is not interested in sub-Saharan Africa. He opposes development assistance, believing that such assistance will not bring direct benefits to the United States. Previously, he also closed down this government agency, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
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