Category: International

On Monday, June 15, 2026, within the esteemed chambers of the Léon Mba Palace, President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema formally declared Gabon’s significant ambition: a bid to host the African Union (AU) Summit in 2027. This pivotal announcement, made before a joint session of Parliament, signals a decisive phase in Libreville’s strategic effort to redefine its standing on the continental stage. The head of state emphasized that this candidacy aligns perfectly with a political resolve to amplify Gabon’s international influence through assertive diplomacy and a renewed commitment to multilateral cooperation.…

Photo d’illustration President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo recently shared with the Council of Ministers the significant outcomes of his official visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt. This visit, held from June 10 to 11, 2026, followed an invitation from his Egyptian counterpart, President Abdel Fattah Al-Sissi. During their high-level discussions, both heads of state thoroughly reviewed the bilateral cooperation between their nations. This partnership is deeply rooted in a shared history of advocating for sovereignty, independence, and the dignity of African peoples, alongside a collective…

Buenos Aires officially approached Rabat to secure its endorsement for Rafael Grossi’s candidacy to lead the United Nations (UN) as Secretary-General. This significant request was made during the eighth joint commission meeting and sixth session of political consultations between Argentina and Morocco, which convened on June 11 in the Argentine capital. The administration of President Javier Milei is championing the current Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to succeed António Guterres. Argentina is now actively seeking Morocco’s support, recognizing its substantial diplomatic influence across Africa and within…

Niamey, June 10, 2026 – Niger is actively pursuing a greater presence within key international bodies. To this end, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, President of the Transitional Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR), welcomed a delegation on Tuesday, June 9, in Niamey. This group is dedicated to advancing the candidacy of Ms. Nafissatou Idé Sadou for a position on the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW). A strategic coalition to elevate civil society expertise on the un stage As the esteemed head of the NGO Femmes…

the united states embassy in Rabat commemorates 250 years of independence and a lasting moroccan partnership A- A+ Tweet Facebook Whatsapp Linkedin Mail The United States Embassy in Rabat recently hosted its annual celebration of American Independence Day, marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. This year’s reception, held on Tuesday, was particularly significant as it unfolded for the first time at the historic Chellah site. The prestigious event brought together a distinguished assembly of high-ranking Moroccan officials, diplomatic corps members, and key partners from both the public and private sectors. The…

Au Royaume Morocco and council of europe launch new neighborhood partnership in Rabat This fresh cooperation framework aims to solidify past achievements and boost collaborative initiatives across various strategic sectors for the 2026-2029 period. 9 juin 2026 à 19h33 Suivez-nous sur WhatsApp Suivez-nous sur Telegram Rabat recently hosted the official launch ceremony for the fifth phase of the Morocco–Council of Europe Neighborhood Partnership, covering the period 2026-2029. This significant event took place on Tuesday at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Residing Abroad, underscoring Morocco’s commitment to…

Cameroon rebukes ghost fleet tanker Tagor for flag fraud The tanker Tagor left Murmansk and was intercepted on May 31 about 740 km west of Brittany, suspected of fraudulently using Cameroon’s flag, then redirected to France. Sectors Oil, Transport & Storage Themes Policy & Geopolitics, Sanctions Countries France, Cameroon, Russia On May 31, the tanker Tagor was stopped roughly 740 kilometres (400 nautical miles) west of Brittany on suspicion of illegally using Cameroon’s flag. The ship had set sail from Murmansk, Russia, with Limbe, Cameroon as its reported destination. French…

The Togolese capital, Lomé, hosted a pivotal meeting on June 7 and 8, 2026, focused on the ongoing crisis in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Representatives from key regional bodies involved in mediation efforts gathered, including the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the East African Community (EAC), and the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (CIRGL). Emissaries from the African Union (AU) and the United Nations (UN) also participated. The stated objective was to assess the cohesion of various diplomatic pathways and determine how far belligerent parties…

Meeting around the African Union mediator, Faure Gnassingbé Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, president of the Togolese Council and African Union mediator for the crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the Great Lakes region, chaired a meeting in Lomé on Monday 8 June 2026. The session focused on a six‑month review of activities under the African mediation, amid a diplomatic stalemate and ongoing hostilities between government forces and the Rwanda‑backed AFC/M23 rebellion. Attendees included members of the College of Facilitators appointed by the African Union, as well as…

Unfolding on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the esteemed Palais des Congrès Omar Bongo Ondimba, the 2026 session of the strategic partnership dialogue between Gabon and the European Union marked a pivotal moment in their evolving relationship. Vice-President of the Government, Hermann Immongault, representing the Head of State, and Cécile Abadie, the European Union Ambassador to Gabon, inaugurated the discussions. Coming two years after the 2024 meetings and set against the backdrop of Gabon’s Fifth Republic, established following the April 2025 presidential election, Libreville is steadfast in its commitment to…

On behalf of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb embarked on an official visit to the Republic of Chad this Monday, a trip aimed at strengthening fraternal ties and deepening cooperation and partnership between the two nations, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s office. The prime minister is accompanied by State Minister and Minister of Hydrocarbons Mohamed Arkab, Minister of Energy and Renewable Energies Mourad Adjal, and the Director General of the Algerian Agency for International Cooperation for Solidarity and Development, Abed Hallouz, along with several executives…

On his second day of an official visit to Libreville, Colonel Michaël Randrianirina, the President of the Refoundation of the Republic of Madagascar, embarked on an extensive tour of the Gabonese capital’s most iconic infrastructure on Saturday, June 6. Accompanied by Vice-President Hermann Immongault, the Malagasy leader explored the modern Cité Émeraude, the scenic Baie des Rois, and the prestigious Cité de la Démocratie. Within the Cité de la Démocratie complex, Colonel Randrianirina notably inspected the grand banquet hall, the expansive Congress Palace, and the esteemed Omar Bongo Ondimba museum.…