UAE President's Representative Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Attends African Union Mid-Year Coordination Meeting

Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, representing President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, attended the African Union Mid-Year Coordination Meeting in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea. During this event, he emphasised the UAE's dedication to enhancing its strategic alliance with African countries.

He outlined significant initiatives across key sectors such as health, renewable energy, infrastructure, education, development, and food security. These efforts highlight the UAE's ongoing commitment to collaborate with African Union member states on shared interests like climate action and digital innovation.

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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the African Union Commission. This agreement focuses on a strategic health partnership in Africa involving the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the African Union.

The signing ceremony took place in the presence of heads of state attending the meeting. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan remarked, "This MoU reflects our shared aspirations to achieve a tangible and sustainable impact in African communities - aspirations that serve as a foundation for long-term cooperation in the healthcare sector."

The MoU underscores the UAE's commitment to advancing public health by supporting healthcare systems and improving access to essential medical services. This initiative aligns with President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan's vision for promoting health across Africa.

Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan’s involvement in the meeting highlights the UAE’s dedication to multilateral cooperation. It also demonstrates a commitment to fostering enduring partnerships based on mutual respect and shared goals.

The UAE aims to expand collaboration with African nations in areas such as youth empowerment and food security. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to strengthen ties with countries across Africa.

This engagement reflects a broader vision for long-term cooperation between the UAE and African nations. By focusing on mutual interests, both parties aim to create sustainable impacts within various sectors.

With inputs from WAM