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AUC Chairperson received H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia

July 28, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, this afternoon received H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, at the AU Headquarters.

They deliberated on the peace & security situation in Somalia & the region. The Chairperson commended the President for the progress made in Somalia’s stabilisation & development.

Second Africa Climate Summit Takes Shape with Clear Focus on Real Outcomes and African Leadership

July 26, 2025
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The Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (GoE), in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC), is pleased to share key updates on preparations for the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), taking place 8-10 September 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. 

The Government of Ethiopia and the African Union Commission are mobilizing the dignitaries at all levels: Heads of State, ministers, technical experts towards the successful summit that aims Africa’s priorities at the center of the global climate negotiations.     

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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Message on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Liberia

July 26, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, extends his warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of Liberia on the occasion of the anniversary of their independence.

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Manual on Modalities for Enhancing Coordination between the Peace and Security Council of the African Union and the African Members of the United Nations Security Council

MANUAL ON MODALITIES FOR ENHANCING COORDINATION BETWEEN THE PEACE AND SECURITY COUNCIL OF THE AFRICAN UNION AND THE AFRICAN MEMBERS OF THE UNITED NATIONS SECURITY COUNCIL

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Communiqué of the 1289th meeting of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union

July 24, 2025
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Adopted by the Peace and Security Council of the African Union (AU), at its 1289th meeting held on 24 July 2025, on Consideration of the Draft Manual on the Modalities for Enhancing Coordination Between the PSC and the African Members of the United Nations Security Council (A3):

The Peace and Security Council,

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AU Commission Chairperson Welcomes France’s Announcement to Recognise the State of Palestine

July 26, 2025
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Addis Ababa, 26 July 2025 — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf welcomes the announcement by President Emmanuel Macron of France expressing his intention to recognise the State of Palestine.

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13th High-Level Dialogue on Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance: Trends, Challenges, and Prospects

July 29, 2025 to July 30, 2025
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INVITATION TO THE REPRESENTATIVES OF THE MEDIA

WHAT:           The African Union Commission (AUC) and its partners invite the media to attend the 13th High-Level Dialogue on Democracy, Human Rights, and Governance: Trends, Challenges, and Prospects, under the theme “Justice, Rights, Reparation & State Building.”

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H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Receives H.E. Julia Pataki, Ambassador of Romania to Ethiopia and to the African Union

July 24, 2025
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The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received in audience H.E. Julia Pataki, Ambassador of Romania to Ethiopia and to the African Union.
Their discussions focused on strengthening the partnership between Romania and the African Union Commission, particularly in areas such as education, peace and security, and food security. The Chairperson expressed appreciation for Romania’s longstanding and growing relations with African countries.

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