President Buhari Calls for EU Cooperation in Health Sector at 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue

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Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has called for extended cooperation with the European Union (EU) to the health sector, citing the need for collective actions and solidarity in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic. The call was made during the 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue, which brought together representatives from both sides to discuss areas of mutual interest. Buhari emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships in critical areas like health, agriculture, and climate change, as well as promoting strong cooperation in security and economic development.

Key Takeaways:

  • The President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, called for extended cooperation with the European Union (EU) to the health sector during the 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue.
  • Buhari emphasized the need for collective actions and solidarity in combatting the COVID-19 pandemic, expressing appreciation for the EU's valuable material and financial support in battling the pandemic.
  • The President highlighted the importance of strengthening partnerships in critical areas like health, agriculture, and climate change, as well as promoting strong cooperation in security and economic development.
  • The 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue brought together representatives from both sides to discuss areas of mutual interest, including deepening cooperation in the areas of agriculture, climate change, and the environment.
  • The European Union and the Federal Government of Nigeria have resolved to have a reinvigoration of a strategic and mature political partnership that should be comprehensive, balanced, and mutually beneficial.
  • The EU reiterated the importance of this partnership in the context of a new comprehensive EU strategy with Africa and expressed its willingness to continue working closely together to address Nigeria's peace and security challenges.

Statistics:

  • The 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue was held virtually in Abuja and Brussels.
  • Representatives from the European Unionpresent at the dialogue included Mr. Josep Borrell, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission.
  • The Nigerian delegation included Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama; Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Magashi (retd); and Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic has had a catastrophic impact on Nigeria's economies, which will continue to be felt for some time.
  • The European Union expressed its concern and condolences for the casualties suffered during the #EndSARS protests, urging the Nigerian Government to bring perpetrators of violence to justice.

Sources:

  • President Muhammadu Buhari
  • 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue
  • European Union (EU)
  • Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama
  • Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Magashi (retd)
  • Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed
  • Joint Communique of the 7th Nigeria-EU Ministerial Dialogue