On September 22, 2026, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye participated in the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. During the event, he engaged in high-level diplomatic exchanges, including bilateral meetings and a gathering focused on implementing the Pact for the Future in Africa. The President emphasized Senegal's commitment to a renewed multilateralism, continental development, and strengthened international partnerships.
President Faye attended a high-level meeting on implementing the Pact for the Future in Africa, organized by Namibia, Zambia, the African Union, and the United Nations. The meeting reviewed progress, challenges, and prospects related to the Pact, which was adopted two years ago. The Pact focuses on areas such as the Global Digital Pact and the Declaration on Future Generations.
As the current President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), President Faye highlighted West Africa's commitment to renewed multilateralism. He stressed the need to address contemporary challenges and translate international engagements into concrete results. The President emphasized the importance of fulfilling development financing commitments, transitioning to digitalization, and consolidating peace.
President Faye met with Romanian President Nicușor Dan, and they acknowledged the strong relations between Senegal and Romania, built on shared democratic values, human rights, and peace promotion. The leaders discussed education, training, and Francophonie, expressing a desire to strengthen bilateral partnerships, particularly in the economic sector.
The Senegalese President also met with António Costa, President of the European Council. They discussed cooperation between Senegal and the European Union in priority areas such as renewable energy, health, transportation, water, and sanitation. President Faye and Costa addressed common issues, including fishing and migration, and the President encouraged the EU to support African initiatives for peace and counter-terrorism.
During his discussions with President Costa, President Faye reaffirmed Senegal's commitment to dialogue with the European Union. The leaders addressed international issues, including the Sahel and Middle East security situations. President Faye emphasized the importance of upholding international law and the principles of multilateralism.
President Faye's engagements at the UN General Assembly reflect Senegal's diplomatic priorities under his leadership. The President's participation demonstrates Senegal's active role in promoting African interests and fostering international cooperation.
Key points
- President Faye emphasizes Senegal's commitment to a renewed multilateralism and continental development at the UN General Assembly.
- The Senegalese President meets with Romanian and European leaders to strengthen bilateral and multilateral partnerships.
- President Faye encourages the EU to support African initiatives for peace and counter-terrorism.
