U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken on Wednesday held discussions with African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat in Washington, D.C., to inaugurate the Ninth Annual U.S.-AU Commission High-Level Dialogue. The meeting reaffirmed the robust partnership between the United States and the African Union (AU) and covered a range of critical issues that impact the African continent and the world. Strengthening African Representation and G20 MembershipDuring the meeting, Secretary Blinken reiterated the United States’ commitment to bolstering African representation in international organizations. Shared Commitment to Democratic Transitions and Global PrioritiesSecretary Blinken and Chairperson Faki expressed a shared commitment to supporting sustainable democratic transitions across Africa. African Union’s Agenda 2063The leaders emphasized their dedication to collaborating on shared priorities outlined in the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 02, 2023 12:13 UTC