Ethiopia

Calling on the international community to redouble efforts to address the root causes of humanitarian needs, Mr. Rajasingham warned that humanitarian action at best can only stem the crisis. “We need more than ever to put everyday people, particularly the most vulnerable and those affected by crises, at the centre of our discourse, diplomacy and decision-making.”

The Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security, African Union Commission (AUC) organized the meeting of AU Member States Experts to develop a Common African Position on the fourth Review Conference of the United Nations Programme of Action to Prevent, Combat and Eradicate the Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons (UNPoA)

Security Sector Reforms and Governance remains a vital element of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA), and is recognized as an essential precondition for good governance, conflict prevention, post-conflict reconstruction and peace-building