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As the Union of the Comoros celebrates its independence day, the African Union Commission's Chairperson, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his congratulations to the government and people of Comoros. This milestone acknowledges the nation's resilience, unity, and determination in shaping its own destiny since gaining
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has expressed his profound sorrow and deepest condolences to the families of the fallen personnel, the Government and people of the Republic of Uganda, and the entire AUSSOM family, following the tragic loss of five peacekeepers in a
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The African Union Commission's Chairperson, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extended warm congratulations to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) on its 65th Independence Day. This marked the liberation of the Congolese people from colonial rule and the birth of a sovereign nation with immense potential. The
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China and the African Union (AU) strengthened their cooperation under the "Ten Partner Initiatives" during a meeting between Ambassador Hu Changchun of the Chinese Mission to the African Union and Amin, Director of the Office of the Chairperson of the AU Commission. The meeting took place on May
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African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has outlined his administration's key priorities, focusing on peace and security, strengthening Africa's voice on the global stage, and driving development through digital innovation. The briefing provided insights into the strategic direction under the AUC's new leadership,
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The African Union and Norway deepened their strategic partnership during a high-level meeting on May 6 at the African Union Headquarters. The Deputy Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Ms. Selma Haddadi, and the Norwegian Minister of International Development, H.E. Mr. Asmund Aukrust, reaffirmed their commitment to
European Union
African Development Bank Group President, Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, will attend the sixth European Union-African Union (EU-AU) summit in Brussels, where he will call for greater access to COVID-19 vaccines and the reallocation of $100 billion in International Monetary Fund Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) to Africa. The summit, taking place
European Union
African Development Bank Group President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina will attend the sixth European Union-African Union (EU-AU) summit in Brussels this week, emphasizing the need for greater access to Covid-19 vaccines and the reallocation of $100 billion in International Monetary Fund Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) to Africa. The Bank Group
Obama, Barack
In a speech at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, President Barack Obama criticized African leaders who refuse to leave office after their terms expire. Obama, who is constitutionally barred from running for a third term, joked that he could still win if he ran, but instead chose
Obama, Barack
US President Barack Obama is making his first visit to Ethiopia, a crucial US security ally and fast-growing economy, amidst concerns over human rights and the potential for increased business ties between the two nations. Obama is set to meet with Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn to discuss security threats,
United Nations
Qatari State Minister for Foreign Affairs Ahmed bin Abdalla Al-Mahmud and Joint Mediator of the United Nations and the African Union (AU) Djibril Bassole met on Thursday at the permanent headquarters of the State of Qatar to the UN in New York. The meeting brought together representatives of Russia, France,
United Nations
Darfur peace mediators said that the Doha venue represents the best opportunity to end the conflict and urged all parties to remain committed to the process. The mediators, led by Joint Chief Mediator Djibril Bassole and Qatari State Minister for Foreign Affairs Ahmed bin Abdullah Al-Mahmoud, have been touring various
