African Union
Egypt hosted African Union representatives on Saturday to discuss trade corridors and regional stability, as Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Cairo’s commitment to the AU’s core principles of state sovereignty and non-interference. As a founding member, Egypt prioritizes joint efforts to bolster peace, security, and development across the continent.
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Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has outlined a strategic vision for regional stability, calling for an emergency African Union session to reject Israel’s recognition of Somaliland while offering peacekeeping support for eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
The 10th annual summit of the African Union and United Nations will take place in Ethiopia in February 2026, following an agreement reached during the ninth summit in New York. Both organizations reaffirmed their commitment to global peace, security, and sustainable development. They also stressed the need for dialogue to address ongoing challenges in Africa, including conflicts and humanitarian crises.
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The African Union chairperson congratulated Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on her landslide election victory, while acknowledging post-election violence that claimed lives. The statement sparked widespread backlash on social media, particularly from Kenyans, who accused the AU of insensitivity. Critics highlighted the timing of the congratulations amid reports of deaths during protests.