The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, held a meeting this morning with H.E. Évariste Ndayishimiye, the President of Burundi, on the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit at the AU Headquarters. During their meeting, the Chairperson praised President Ndayishimiye for his ongoing support of Africa's strategic goals and expressed the importance of advancing continental integration alongside efforts for peace and stability in the region. He notably acknowledged Burundi's active role in stabilization efforts in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and in Somalia.

President Ndayishimiye reciprocated by congratulating the Chairperson, pointing out the positive momentum achieved since his assumption of office. He highlighted Burundi's steps towards reconciliation and institutional stability, asserting the country's readiness to share its experiences with other AU Member States confronting similar challenges, particularly in the Sahel, eastern DRC, and the Central African Republic. This exchange of experiences and practices emphasizes a collaboration approach to tackling regional instability.

Furthermore, the leaders took time to discuss the preparations for the upcoming AU Summit, addressing key topics that are expected to be tabled, which may include strategies for peace, security, and economic development across the African continent. This meeting not only displayed the strong bilateral relations between the AU and Burundi but also indicated a commitment to collective actions aimed at enhancing the continent's stability and reducing crises.