Bassirou Diomaye Faye addresses UN General Assembly

Bassirou Diomaye Faye Macky Sall United Nations Secretary-General Senegal diplomacy UN General Assembly

During the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye addressed global challenges, including rising armed conflicts and the need for a more inclusive multilateral system. Faye advocated for the reform of the UN Security Council and the international financial system to better serve developing nations.

Faye officially reaffirmed Senegal's support for former President Macky Sall's candidacy for UN Secretary-General, arguing that Sall is well-positioned to advocate for stronger African representation in multilateral institutions. This decision has sparked domestic controversy in Senegal, with victims' associations expressing concern that supporting Sall may undermine national memory and the pursuit of justice for political violence occurring between 2021 and 2024.

Additionally, Faye addressed domestic political tensions, noting that dissolving the National Assembly remains a constitutional option amid disagreements with the legislature, though no specific timeline has been set. In his capacity as the current chair of ECOWAS, Faye also emphasized the importance of regional stability and dialogue within West Africa.

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Antonio Guterres · Bassirou Diomaye Faye · ECOWAS · Macky Sall · Ousmane Sonko · Senegal · Sergey Lavrov · UN Security Council · United Nations

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[○ 1 SOURCE] Senegal is calling for a collective effort from the international community to address global crises.
[● 8 SOURCES] President Faye supports Macky Sall's candidacy for UN Secretary-General. saharamedias.net · dakar92.com · laviesenegalaise.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Faye asserted that lasting peace in the Middle East requires a two-state solution with East Jerusalem as the capital of Palestine.
[● 4 SOURCES] Senegal is seeking support for its candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2032-2033 period. www.impact.sn
[● 3 SOURCES] There is currently no fixed plan regarding the dissolution of the National Assembly or a specific date for elections. eveildesnations.info
[● 12 SOURCES] President Faye stated that armed conflicts are multiplying globally. www.sunugox.info · eveildesnations.info · www.thies24.com · africaleadnews.com · www.terangatimesn.com · +2 more
[● 2 SOURCES] President Faye met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in New York to discuss bilateral relations. saharamedias.net
[● 9 SOURCES] President Faye called for accelerating the reform of the UN Security Council. www.impact.sn · dakar92.com · africaleadnews.com · www.terangatimesn.com · www.leral.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] President Faye stated that dissolving the National Assembly remains a constitutional option. eveildesnations.info
[● 5 SOURCES] Senegal will co-organize the 3rd UN Water Conference with the United Arab Emirates in December. africaleadnews.com · www.pressafrik.com
[● 5 SOURCES] UN Secretary-General António Guterres committed to addressing historical injustices, including Africa's representation in the Security Council. africaleadnews.com · www.pressafrik.com
[● 2 SOURCES] President Faye is currently serving as the chair of ECOWAS. africaleadnews.com · sunuker.com