The meeting with the leaders comes as the Trump administration has taken radical steps it said are meant to reshape the US relationship with Africa.

The leaders of Liberia, Senegal, Gabon, Mauritania and Guinea-Bissau are expected to discuss key areas of cooperation, including economic development, security, infrastructure and democracy.

The White House hosted an “African leaders” summit of sorts this week. But only five countries from the continent of more than 50 nations were welcome to join.

Phay is among millions across Africa who have seen their lives upended after the U.S. aid cuts. In Liberia, the American support made up almost 2.6% of the gross national income, the highest percentage anywhere in the world, according to the Center for Global Development.

President Donald Trump is hosting five West African leaders for a lunch at the White House after the Trump administration took radical steps aimed at reshaping the U.S. relationship with Africa.

WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump hailed West Africa’s rich natural resources as he hosted five of its leaders on July 9 for a White House summit aimed at fostering trade to counter the growing influence of Russia and China.

Guest Column - President Donald Trump is slated to host the heads of state of Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania and Senegal for a luncheon discussion on Wednesday at the White House, to explore what a White House official called “incredible commercial opportunities which benefit both the American people and our African partners.