ADDIS ABABA — The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Abdisalam Ali, attended the opening ceremony of the 48th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Executive Council at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa.
The high-level gathering brings together Foreign Ministers from AU Member States and serves as a crucial preparatory meeting preceding the 39th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly of Heads of State and Government, scheduled for February 14-15, 2026.
Key Agenda Items
Ministers are currently reviewing a comprehensive agenda critical to the continent’s strategic direction. Key topics under discussion include:
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The report from the 51st meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (PRC).
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Preparations for upcoming elections and appointments within AU organs.
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The African Union’s strategic collaboration with the G20.
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Advancements in the SACA process.
The Executive Council’s deliberations will shape the decisions to be adopted by the Heads of State at the upcoming summit.
