Morocco back on AU’s frontline for peace and conflict resolution

Morocco has been elected this week to the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU), reinforcing its growing diplomatic role on the continent.

Since rejoining the African Union in 2017, the Kingdom has now served twice on this key decision-making body, which plays a central role in promoting peace, stability and security across Africa.

The Peace and Security Council is the African Union’s standing organ responsible for the prevention, management and resolution of conflicts. 

It functions as a collective security and early-warning arrangement, tasked with anticipating crises, authorising peace support missions, imposing sanctions in cases of unconstitutional changes of government, and coordinating efforts against terrorism and violent extremism. 

The PSC also works closely with regional organisations and international partners to strengthen conflict prevention mechanisms and post-conflict reconstruction initiatives.

Morocco’s return to the Council comes at a time when the continent faces multiple security challenges, including political instability, armed conflicts and extremist threats in several regions. Rabat has consistently advocated for African-led solutions to African problems, emphasising mediation, economic development and counterterrorism cooperation.

The election coincides with the African Union summit taking place Sunday in Addis Ababa, attended by Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita.