
The Chairperson of the AU Commission has appointed former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete as the AU High Representative for the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea. In a statement, Chair Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said Kikwete will lead the AU's efforts to address the complex political, peace, and security dynamics in the region. The role will focus on facilitating dialogue and promoting cooperation with organizations such as IGAD and the Arab League. This coordinated engagement is considered critical due to the strategic importance of the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea for international trade and the stability of the African continent.
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