PRESIDENT OBAMA: First of all, our commitment to Africa is based on our belief in Africa's
promise and Africa's future, and we want to be part of that future.
Second of all, I think everybody should be involved in Africa.
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I want China and I want India and I want Brazil, and I want Singapore -- everybody, come on
down -- (laughter) -- to Africa because 6 of the 10-fastest growing economies in the
world are right here in Africa.
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You are seeing a shift inside of Africa in which a commitment to democracy and transparency
is beginning to take hold.
I just visited Senegal, where President Sall has embarked on a reform agenda, including,
by the way, shortening his term from seven years to five years, and a belief that, for
example, members who join the government need to disclose their assets -- just basic measures
that can help to root out corruption.