Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, took part in the ministerial session of the African Union Peace and Security Council held via videoconference to address the evolving situation in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Badr Abdelatty © ENS
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, took part in the ministerial session of the African Union Peace and Security Council held via videoconference to address the evolving situation in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
In his opening statement, Abdelatty emphasized the need for collective regional responsibility to support political, security, and development processes aimed at achieving lasting peace in the DRC. He welcomed the December 4 peace agreement signed in Washington between the presidents of the DRC and Rwanda, calling it a crucial step toward restoring trust and de-escalating tensions.
He praised the efforts of regional and international mediators and confirmed Egypt’s readiness to contribute to peace-building, highlighting Egypt’s long-standing participation in UN stabilization missions in the DRC.
The minister underlined the importance of linking peacebuilding with sustainable development through a holistic approach, reaffirming Egypt’s leadership in post-conflict reconstruction efforts under the African Union, including hosting the AU Center for Post-Conflict Reconstruction.
On the security front, Abdelatty called for an immediate de-escalation, cessation of hostilities, and unhindered humanitarian aid to ease the humanitarian crisis in eastern DRC. He reiterated Egypt’s commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the DRC and its support for development initiatives in the Great Lakes region.
Turning to the Horn of Africa, Abdelatty strongly condemned Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, calling it a “flagrant violation” of international law and the African Union Charter. He warned that the move threatens regional stability in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, and undermines Somali sovereignty.
The minister concluded by calling for an urgent AU Peace and Security Council session to address the situation and defend the unity and territorial integrity of Somalia.
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