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AUC Chairperson paid a courtesy call on H.E. Madam Adanech Abebe, the Mayor of Addis Ababa

May 27, 2025
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The Chairperson of the AU Commission H.E. @ymahmoudali paid a courtesy call on H.E. Madam Adanech Abebe, the Mayor of Addis Ababa. He commended her for the city's transformation & conveyed the gratitude to the host city of the AU. He reaffirmed his commitment to deepening ties, noting Addis Ababa's potential to share its experiences with other African cities.

The Mayor congratulated the Chairperson on his election & reiterated her readiness to further strengthen cooperation with the AUC for the benefit of both the city and the continent.

Statement by Ambassador of the European Union to Zambia and COMESA, Ms Karolina Stasiak, at the Opening Ceremony of PANAFCON-3

The President of Republic of Zambia, His Excellency Mr. Hakainde Hichilema,
The Minister of Water Development and Sanitation – Honourable Collins Nzovu
All Protocols observed
Ladies and Gentlemen,

Let me begin by expressing my sincere gratitude to Zambia for hosting this important conference. Your hospitality and leadership in convening us around such a critical issue is deeply appreciated.

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May 27, 2025
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Statement by Ambassador of the European Union to Zambia and COMESA, Ms Karolina Stasiak, at the Opening Ceremony of PANAFCON-3
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Statement by H.E. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, at the Opening Ceremony of PANAFCON-3

• YOUR EXCELLENCIES;
• REPRESENTATIVES OF HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT;
• HONOURABLE MINISTERS;
• AFRICAN UNION COMMISSIONERS;
• DISTINGUISHED GUESTS;
• PARTNERS;
• MEMBERS OF THE PRESS;
• DISTINGUISHED LADIES AND GENTLEMEN.

IT IS WITH IMMENSE PRIDE AND PROFOUND GRATITUDE THAT I WELCOME YOU ALL TO THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA AND IN PARTICULAR, TO THE GREATER CITY OF LUSAKA, A CITY OF INCLUSIVITY AND INNOVATION, FOR THE THIRD AFRICAN IMPLEMENTATION AND PARTNERSHIP CONFERENCE ON WATER (PANAFCON3).

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May 27, 2025
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Statement by H.E. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia, at the Opening Ceremony of PANAFCON-3
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Talking Points for H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, AUC Chairperson for the Opening Ceremony of PANAFCON-3

 Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia,
 Excellencies Representatives of Head of States and Governments
 Hon Cheikh Tidiane Dieye, Minister of Water and Sanitation of the Republic of Senegal, and President of African Ministers’ Council on Water
 Hon. Eng Collins Nzovu, Minister of Water Development and Sanitation of the Republic of Zambia
 Hon. Ministers of Water and Sanitation of the various countries
 Her Excellency Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations

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May 27, 2025
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AUC Chairperson convened a strategic consultation with Ambassadors of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and the A3+

May 27, 2025
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This afternoon, H.E. @ymahmoudali, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, convened a strategic consultation with Ambassadors of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and the A3+ (Algeria, Sierra Leone, Somalia) in Addis Ababa. The deliberation focused on reinforcing Africa’s role in promoting peace, security, and sustainable development.

The Chairperson underscored the imperative of enhanced multilateral cooperation to address common challenges and affirmed the AU Commission’s commitment to institutionalising this dialogue platform.

African Union Commission Chairperson Engages with Representatives of Sahelian Member States on Political Transition

May 27, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this morning held consultations with the Ambassadors of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger accredited to the African Union.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on the political situation in their respective countries and explore avenues for renewed engagement towards the restoration of constitutional order, in line with AU norms and shared commitments.

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New York City Hosts African Union – USA Flag Raising on Africa Day May 25th

May 25, 2025
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Flag-raising of the African Union (AU) symbol alongside the flags of countries and organisations at national, regional, continental and international levels is a highly significant action as it promotes the vision, missions, programs and flagship projects of the African Union, as well as the Africa Agenda 2063, reinforcing the importance of collaboration and shared goals among nations.

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AUC Chairperson held a productive engagement with the Ambassadors of the Arab Group who are based in Addis Ababa

May 26, 2025
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This morning, the Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, held a productive engagement with the Ambassadors of the Arab Group who are based in Addis Ababa. The discussion highlighted the enduring political, historical, and cultural bonds between Africa and the Arab world, & the shared commitment to reinvigorating African-Arab cooperation in pursuit of common interests.

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