Bolton slams China, Russia over 'predatory practices' in Africa

Washington (CNN) National security adviser John Bolton unveiled President Donald Trump's Africa strategy on Thursday, outlining a plan that he said focuses heavily on countering China and Russia's expanding influence across the region, while also making sure US taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly with a reduction in US involvement in United Nations peacekeeping missions.

Bolton emphasized that America's vision for the region is "one of independence, self-reliance, and growth -- not dependency, domination, and debt."

However, the plan is also likely to result in additional cuts to aid and peacekeeping programs.