The Permanent Mission of the Republic of Guinea to the United Nations and the Guinean Embassy in the United States have announced a series of activities in New York ahead of President Mamadi Doumbouya's participation in the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. According to a joint communiqué dated September 20, 2026, three main events are scheduled, including the Guinean head of state's address to the UN and a meeting with the Guinean community in the United States.
The first activity is set for Monday, September 21, with a reception ceremony for President Doumbouya at the Waldorf Astoria, located at 301 Park Avenue, New York, starting at 1 pm. The Guinean diplomatic representations have invited the Guinean community to attend this event. This will be followed by the president's address to the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, September 23, at 3 pm at the UN headquarters in New York.
On Thursday, September 24, President Doumbouya will meet with the Guinean community living in the United States. The meeting is scheduled to start at 2 pm at the Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge in Brooklyn. In their communiqué, the Permanent Mission to the UN and the Guinean Embassy in Washington called on Guinean nationals and leaders of diaspora organizations to participate in these events.
The two diplomatic representations have urged the Guinean community to mobilize around these activities, emphasizing the importance of "fraternity, solidarity, collective responsibility, and national cohesion." They believe that the participation of the diaspora will contribute to the success of these events and demonstrate its commitment to Guinea.
President Doumbouya's address to the UN General Assembly on September 23 is a significant event, as it provides an opportunity for Guinea to share its perspectives and priorities with the international community. The Guinean government's engagement with the diaspora is also seen as a way to strengthen ties and promote national unity.
The Guinean community in the United States is expected to play an active role in these events, with many individuals and organizations participating in the reception ceremony and the meeting with President Doumbouya. The Guinean diplomatic representations have expressed their gratitude to the community for its support and participation.
The events scheduled in New York highlight the importance of Guinea's participation in international forums and its commitment to engaging with the diaspora. The Guinean government's efforts to promote national unity and cohesion are seen as crucial in the country's development and growth.
Key points
- President Doumbouya to address UN General Assembly on September 23
- Guinean community in US to meet with President Doumbouya on September 24
- Events in New York aim to promote national unity and cohesion
