“It is particularly troubling that manifestations of xenophobia, including violent attacks against fellow Africans, have persisted in recent years,” Ghana stated.
He described the transatlantic slave trade as both a human tragedy and a structural injustice.
Mr Youssouf appealed to the warring countries to adopt dialogue and abide by international law and the United Nations Charter.
Mr Youssouf stressed the need for effective implementation of the agreements reached during the meeting.
The 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union began on Wednesday in Addis Ababa.
Mr Agnekethom disclosed that the deployment of the 5,000-strong ECOWAS standby force, dedicated to the fight against terrorism, would begin in 2026 with an initial force of 1,650.
Mr Nena reiterated the call for Africa to be allocated no fewer than two permanent seats with all prerogatives and privileges of permanent membership.
Mr Maiha said the presence of stakeholders reflected a shared commitment to developing a resilient livestock sector in West Africa.
Mr Jonathan stated, “What happened in Guinea-Bissau, I wouldn’t call it a coup. It was not a coup.”
They warned that terrorist groups were expanding their reach across Africa despite the years of military pressure.
