Morocco took the lead in presenting the African Union's position on youth, peace, and security at the 11th Joint Informal Seminar between the African Union Peace and Security Council and the United Nations Security Council in New York. Ambassador Mohammed Arrouchi, Morocco's Permanent Representative to the AU and the UN Economic Commission for Africa, emphasized the increasingly important role of young Africans in preventing and resolving conflicts.
Arrouchi highlighted the contributions of young people to peacebuilding, democratic governance, mediation, and social cohesion. He stressed that their involvement has become crucial as the continent confronts evolving security threats. The Moroccan diplomat called for more meaningful youth participation in peace negotiations and preventive diplomacy, moving beyond recognition of their potential to ensure effective involvement in decision-making.
Arrouchi advocated for greater representation of young people in dialogue mechanisms and peacebuilding initiatives at national and regional levels. He emphasized the need for their involvement in efforts aimed at preventing conflicts and strengthening social cohesion. The ambassador also drew attention to the relationship between peace, economic opportunity, and sustainable development, arguing that youth empowerment should be integral to the continent's broader security agenda.
The ambassador pointed to the importance of creating opportunities for young Africans in entrepreneurship, innovation, trade, energy, and emerging technologies. He presented economic inclusion not merely as a development objective but as a crucial dimension of efforts to promote lasting peace and stability. Arrouchi's remarks placed youth participation, economic empowerment, and technological responsibility at the center of discussions between the African Union Peace and Security Council and the UN Security Council.
Arrouchi urged greater youth involvement in responding to emerging challenges that shape Africa's peace and security landscape. He specifically identified climate change, disinformation, and the responsible use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence as areas requiring greater attention. The ambassador highlighted the potential contribution of young people to developing responses to an increasingly complex security environment.
Morocco's intervention at the joint seminar was seen as a significant step in promoting African youth participation in peace and security efforts. The country's Permanent Representative to the AU and the UN Economic Commission for Africa emphasized the need for collaboration between the African Union and the UN Security Council to address the challenges facing young people in Africa.
The talks between the African Union Peace and Security Council and the UN Security Council aimed to enhance cooperation on youth, peace, and security issues. Morocco's representation at the seminar demonstrated its commitment to promoting African youth participation in peace and security efforts. The discussions are expected to lead to greater collaboration and more effective involvement of young people in decision-making processes.
Key points
- Morocco's ambassador Mohammed Arrouchi calls for stronger youth participation in conflict prevention and peacebuilding.
- Arrouchi emphasizes the importance of economic inclusion and technological responsibility in promoting lasting peace and stability.
- The talks between the African Union Peace and Security Council and the UN Security Council aim to enhance cooperation on youth, peace, and security issues.
