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Ethiopia: Angola takes over the rotating presidency of the African Union in Addis Ababa


Published on 2025-02-15 20:00:46 - MSN
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  • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Angola, one of sub-Saharan Africa's oil powers, assumed for the first time the rotating presidency of the African Union (AU) in Addis Ababa this Saturday, at a time of major security and development challenges on the continent.

The article from MSN discusses Angola taking over the rotating presidency of the African Union (AU) from Ethiopia during the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the Union held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This transition occurred as part of the AU's regular leadership rotation among its member states. The session, which took place at the AU headquarters, focused on various continental issues including peace, security, economic development, and integration. Angola's President João Lourenço assumed the chairmanship, emphasizing the need for unity and cooperation among African nations to address challenges like climate change, conflict resolution, and economic disparities. The event also highlighted the ongoing efforts to reform and strengthen the AU's institutional framework to better serve its members and enhance Africa's global influence.

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