Toward an Angola Strategy: Rethinking U.S.-Angola Relations

Marc Notes: Sponsored by the Center for Preventive Action: Includes bibliographical references. Publisher Marketing: As the second-largest oil producer in Africa, Angola is vital to America's energy security. The success or failure of Angola's postconflict transition, which began in 2002, has implications for security in both central and southern Africa. For these reasons, the United States has an interest in helping Angola address its significant national challenges. Contributor Bio:  Wisner, Frank G Frank G. Wisner II is vice chairman of External Affairs at American International Group, Inc., and is former U. S. ambassador to India. Contributor Bio:  Nash, William L William L. Nash is a senior fellow and director of the Center for Preventive Action at the Council on Foreign Relations.