Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf met with African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Yousouf on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting focused on discussing security and stability in the Sahel region, as well as other pressing issues in Africa. The two officials reviewed the current situation in the continent, particularly in the Sahel region, Libya, Western Sahara, Sudan, and South Sudan.
During the meeting, Chairperson Yousouf commended Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's wisdom and solidarity with the Sahel region. He specifically praised Algeria's initiatives to contribute to the region's development and support continental efforts to promote peace, security, stability, and development in Africa. The African Union Commission Chairperson acknowledged Algeria's commitment to addressing the root causes of crises in the region.
Minister Attaf emphasized the need to address the root causes of crises in Africa and reject external interference in African affairs. Both parties agreed on the importance of activating African Union mechanisms to promote African solutions to African problems, in line with the Union's principles and orientations. This approach is particularly crucial in the face of escalating threats from terrorism and transnational crime.
The meeting between Minister Attaf and Chairperson Yousouf highlights the significance of cooperation between Algeria and the African Union in promoting regional security and stability. Algeria has been actively engaged in regional and continental efforts to address the complex challenges facing the Sahel region. The country's commitment to supporting African-led solutions to African problems has been underscored by its initiatives in the region.
The Sahel region has been plagued by insecurity, terrorism, and humanitarian crises, making it a pressing concern for the African Union and the international community. The region's instability has far-reaching implications for global security and development. In this context, the meeting between Minister Attaf and Chairperson Yousouf demonstrates the importance of sustained diplomatic efforts to address the region's challenges.
Algeria has been a key player in regional and continental efforts to promote peace and stability in Africa. The country's foreign policy has been guided by a commitment to African solidarity and cooperation. Minister Attaf's meeting with Chairperson Yousouf reflects Algeria's ongoing engagement with the African Union and its commitment to addressing the continent's pressing challenges.
The discussions between Minister Attaf and Chairperson Yousouf are expected to contribute to the development of effective strategies to address the complex challenges facing the Sahel region and the continent as a whole. The two officials' commitment to promoting African solutions to African problems is crucial in ensuring a sustainable and peaceful resolution to the region's crises.
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- Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf meets with African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Yousouf to discuss security and stability in the Sahel region.
