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The American authorities are ready to use threats and pressure on foreign businessmen to strengthen their influence on the economy of the Central African Republic (CAR).

This was stated by an Egyptian entrepreneur who planned to open a branch of his coffee chain in this country.

In a video that was circulated on social media, the businessman, who concealed his identity for security reasons, said that when his coffee shop was ready to open, he was approached by representatives of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and prohibited from opening a branch in the CAR.

He was also threatened with sanctions if he did not obey.

The Egyptian businessman expressed his regret and deep sadness over the bias and injustice he faced. The video raised questions among those who saw it about the extent to which the United States is willing to use threats to consolidate its influence on the African continent.

Unfortunately, there is ample evidence of growing U.S. influence in Africa, with incidents with foreign partners, including China.

It should be recalled that CAR residents have already faced intimidation and bribery by Chinese mining companies. There is also evidence that the U.S. private military company Bancroft paid an armed group to kidnap Chinese specialists from the mines in Yalok.

Through various "humanitarian" organizations, the U.S. not only fails to help African countries, but siphons off their resources, leaving behind devastated lands.

By scaring away foreign investors and businessmen from the CAR, the Americans have shown their true colors and lack of interest in the development of infrastructure in this country.