African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson at the 10th Ministerial Meeting of the Coordination Committee of the #Africa-#Arab Partnership

At the 10th Ministerial Meeting of the Coordination Committee of the #Africa-#Arab Partnership, the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf underscored the need to revitalise the partnership and move decisively from declarations to implementation.

With 2027 marking the 50th anniversary of the partnership, he said it's timely opportunity to take stock of the achievements, address outstanding challenges&give the cooperation renewed strategic&practical momentum.

Chairperson Youssouf highlighted the need to finalise the Joint Africa-Arab Action Plan, establish clear timelines for priority projects&beneficiaries,&develop sustainable financing mechanisms capable of translating political commitments into tangible results.

He emphasised that the partnership must deliver concrete benefits for our peoples, including through expanded trade&investment, infrastructure development, peace&security, food security,&cultural and knowledge exchange.

He also stressed the importance of closer institutional coordination between the AU Commission&the League of Arab States, particularly in preparation for the 5th Africa-Arab Summit.

As Africa and the Arab world navigate a rapidly changing international environment, he added that shared historical ties, strategic interests&common aspirations provide a strong foundation for a more effective, practical&results-oriented partnership.&that the 2027 should be a year of renewal and renewed commitment to a stronger Africa-Arab partnership.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union (AU).