Somalia’s Foreign Minister Participates in AU Executive Council Session in Addis Ababa. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H. E.
Abdisalam Ali, actively engaged in the opening of the 48th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Executive Council, which convened at the AU Headquarters in Addis Ababa.
The session serves as a preparatory meeting for the 39th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly of Heads of State and Government, scheduled for February 14-15, 2026.
The Executive Council session is a crucial platform for AU member states to review key governance issues and elect members for various committees within the AU.
The agenda included discussions on the report of the 51st meeting of the Committee of Permanent Representatives (PRC), preparations for elections and appointments within AU organs, the AU’s engagement with the G20, and progress under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Acceleration Process (SACA).
According to the African Union archives, the Executive Council session is a regular occurrence and plays a significant role in overseeing the implementation of the Union’s decisions. This gathering also serves as a critical forum for member states to coordinate on regional strategies and policies affecting the continent.
The 48th Ordinary Session of the AU Executive Council brought together Foreign Ministers from various African Union member states.
The session’s importance is underscored by its preparatory nature for the upcoming 39th AU Summit, which is expected to address significant issues on the continent. Regional officials confirmed that the session aimed to foster dialogue and collaboration among member states to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the AU’s operations.
The government of Somalia, through its Minister of Foreign Affairs, has been actively participating in these discussions, reflecting the country’s commitment to regional integration and cooperation. Further details regarding the outcomes of the session are expected to be released in the coming days. For now, it remains unclear how the decisions made during the session will impact the broader agenda of the AU and its member states.
Source: EXECUTIVE COUNCIL Twentieth Ordinary Session 23 — Au. Pdf? sequence=1&isAllowed=y (archives.
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*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 4*
