The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, today received the credentials of H.E. Dr. Obaida Eldandarawy, Permanent Representative of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Ethiopia & the African Union. The Chairperson congratulated Amb. Obaida on his appointment, commended Egypt’s globally respected diplomacy, & lauded its contributions to peace & development in Africa & beyond, including the recent Sharm El Sheikh Peace Meeting on Gaza.

They reaffirmed commitment to strengthen AU–Egypt cooperation on peace & security, restoration of constitutional order in countries in transition, & sustainable financing for African-led peace operations.