Their twin sons already live on the continent, and Niamh's grandparents emigrated there almost 20 years ago.

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This visit to two critical countries will underscore that the United States has an important stake in the success of Africa's many nations and underscore the historic connections between the American people and those who live on the African continent.

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Half of them live on the South American continent and nearly 30 million in Asia.

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In contrast, the average Hungarian can expect to live to just 70.65 years - the shortest life expectancy on the continent.

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At the same time, the strategy reaffirms the U.S. commitment to advancing peace and security on the continent and pursuing our global development priorities which help citizens live lives of opportunity and dignity.

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