The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly is set to begin on September 22 in New York. In preparation for the event, the foreign ministers of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, along with the heads of their diplomatic missions in Washington and New York, held a meeting on September 21. The meeting aimed to review the overall program and agree on key messages to be conveyed during their interventions.
The three countries, which form the Confederation of Sahel States, seek to make a significant impact at the global gathering by highlighting the aspirations of their people and the vision of their leaders. According to the Burkinabè foreign minister, the primary objective is to present a unified front and correct narratives about the region. The ministers emphasized the importance of speaking with one voice and not allowing other actors to represent them.
The Burkinabè delegation, led by Foreign Minister Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré, had previously met at the Permanent Mission of Burkina Faso in New York. During this meeting, Traoré provided guidance to the delegation members, stressing the need for a successful participation that aligns with the instructions of the President and Prime Minister of Burkina Faso.
Traoré commended the heads of the Burkinabè diplomatic missions in Washington and New York for their preparatory work and urged the delegation members to work together as a team. He emphasized the importance of a cohesive and committed approach to ensure a successful participation of Burkina Faso in the UN General Assembly.
The Confederation of Sahel States, comprising Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, aims to promote a unified voice on global issues. The foreign ministers' meeting in New York reflects their commitment to coordination and cooperation. The event will provide an opportunity for the three countries to engage with the international community and address pressing global challenges.
The 81st UN General Assembly will feature a side event on the Confederation of Sahel States, which will be addressed by the foreign ministers of the three countries. This event will provide a platform for the Confederation to showcase its vision and objectives. The meeting in New York has helped to ensure a cohesive approach to the presentations and interventions.
The Burkinabè foreign minister emphasized that the sole objective is to consolidate the Confederation of Sahel States and correct narratives about the region. The three countries are determined to present a unified front and promote their shared interests at the global gathering. The outcome of the 81st UN General Assembly will be closely watched by the international community.
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- The foreign ministers of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger met in New York to coordinate their participation in the 81st UN General Assembly.
