African Union leaders adopt Luanda Decision to bolster conflict prevention

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African leaders concluded the 21st Extraordinary African Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, with a focus on strengthening continental conflict prevention and resolution mechanisms. The summit resulted in the adoption of the ‘Luanda Decision’ and a corresponding action plan designed to enhance early warning systems, mediation, and rapid response capabilities.

Key discussions centered on the financing of peace operations. Burundi President Évariste Ndayishimiye, serving as the AU's rotating chairperson, emphasized that member states must assume greater financial responsibility through the African Union Peace Fund and other innovative financing mechanisms. This move aims to reduce reliance on unpredictable external funding and promote African ownership of security priorities.

AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf called for an urgent reform of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA) to better address modern threats such as terrorism, violent extremism, and transnational crime. Leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to UN Security Council Resolution 2719 to facilitate the financing of AU-led peace operations.

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African Union · Joseph Dion Ngute · Luanda · Mahmoud Ali Youssouf · Russell Mmiso Dlamini · Évariste Ndayishimiye

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Burundi President Évariste Ndayishimiye stated that member states would assume greater financial responsibility for peace and security priorities. mesobjournal.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] African leaders agreed to strengthen the African Union Peace Fund and seek new financing mechanisms. mesobjournal.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] African Union leaders adopted the Luanda Decision and an action plan to strengthen continental conflict prevention and resolution mechanisms. www.lepaystchad.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Eswatini Prime Minister Russell Mmiso Dlamini argued that Africa must move from warnings to action to prevent conflict escalation. swazi24.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Cameroon Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute advocated for improved early warning, rapid decision-making, and reliable financing for peace operations. www.237online.com
[● 2 SOURCES] AU Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf called for an urgent reform of the African Peace and Security Architecture (APSA). www.lepaystchad.com · mesobjournal.com