AU, Ethiopia Discuss  Regional Security and Humanitarian Challenges   Talks focus on conflict prevention

Ethiopia,19 November 2025 – African Union Commission Chairperson Mahamoud Ali Youssouf and Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timotheos, held extensive discussions on key peace, security, and regional developments across the continent.

The two sides reviewed the rapidly evolving regional landscape, underscoring the need for the African Union and Regional Economic Communities to continue playing a central role in preventive diplomacy, conflict prevention, humanitarian response, and sustainable development.

They also emphasized the importance of strengthening continental cooperation to address growing security and humanitarian challenges.

Both officials expressed deep concern over the deteriorating situation in Sudan, stressing the urgent need for a ceasefire and the resumption of a political process that meets the aspirations of the Sudanese people.