African Union and United Nations annual conference concludes

May 10, 2026

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The 10th annual joint conference of the African Union and United Nations has concluded in Addis Ababa with a 26-point joint statement.

The 10th annual joint conference between the African Union and the United Nations concluded at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa. UN Secretary-General António Guterres and AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf took part in the gathering.

Participants issued a 26-point joint statement. They reaffirmed their commitment to cooperation on peace and security, human rights, and sustainable development, while advancing the African Union Agenda 2063 and the 2030 global development goals.

The leaders discussed current conflicts across Africa and stressed the need for diplomatic solutions. They also pledged to work toward reliable financing for African Union peace operations and called for structural reforms in international financial institutions.

They agreed to present a unified African position at G20 and G7 meetings on the effects of the Middle East conflict on African economies, food security, and energy supplies. The AU chairperson thanked Guterres for his contributions to peace and development on the continent.

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