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The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) expired on September 30, 2025, ending tariff-free access for 32 sub-Saharan African countries to U.S. markets. While the House has passed legislation to extend AGOA, Senate approval remains uncertain, posing risks to U.S. economic diplomacy and supply chain resilience amid Africa's growing global influence. The expiration could lead to increased reliance on China and missed opportunities in Africa's expanding markets, projected to reach $6.7 trillion by 2030.