Trust-building diplomacy: The African Union seeks to avert tensions between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea

Written by Mohamed Ragab

The president received Commission African Union، Mahmoud Ali YoussefAmbassador Albert ShinjiroHis special envoy to each of Gabon وEquatorial GuineaWithin the framework of African efforts to promote stability and resolve conflicts by peaceful means.

Congratulations and confidence in the diplomatic mission

The Chairperson of the Commission congratulated the Special Envoy on his appointment, expressing his full confidence in his ability to carry out his duties, particularly with regard to supporting the peaceful and effective implementation of the ruling issued by court Justice International On May 19, 2025.

Mahmoud Ali Youssef stressed that implementing the international ruling represents an opportunity to strengthen dialogue between the two countries, build mutual trust, and support sustainable good neighborly relations, which contributes to achieving regional stability and avoiding any future tensions.

For his part, Ambassador Albert Shinjiro expressed his appreciation for the trust placed in him by the Chairperson of the Commission, affirming his commitment to working to strengthen consultations between the parties concerned and to consolidate the spirit of cooperation, in support of African efforts aimed at resolving conflicts through peaceful means.

diplomatic moves

The envoy noted that the coming period will witness a series of meetings and consultations with the concerned parties, with the aim of ensuring the smooth implementation of the international ruling and strengthening regional cooperation between Gabon and Equatorial Guinea under the umbrella of the African Union.

Earlier, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, His Excellency Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as “an important step that reflects commendable leadership and a shared commitment to de-escalation.”.