Meeting at the UN Headquarters in New York on the banks of the high -level week of the General Assembly on Sunday, the leaders of the three organizations issued a joint statement after their sixth trilateral meeting.
They reiterated their support for Multilateralism as “the most effective way to address today’s challenges” Emphasizing the fulfillment of the UN Charter and expressed concern about the growing contempt for international humanitarian law and human rights worldwide.
Focus on conflicts
Much of the statement focused on African crises, particularly the devastating war on SudanNow in his third year. The three organizations requested intensified collective support to ensure “an immediate cessation of hostilities and a sustainable solution” through inclusive political dialogue.
They also promised stronger coordination in the Boilingwhere the violence of armed groups continues to destabilize communities and reaffirmed support for reconciliation and development efforts.
In LibyaThey supported the UN roadmap to revive the stagnant political process, while urging the continuous efforts to address the challenges of in line with the humanitarian standards.
The statement also expressed its support for the ongoing peace initiatives in the east Congo Democratic Republic (DRC), support both the Paz and Security Council of the UA and the recent resolution of the UN Security Council.
In SomaliaThe three organizations reiterated support for the Mission of Support and Stabilization of the UA, highlighting the need for sustainable financing to guarantee effective operations.
Sixth trilateral meeting of the African Union (right delegation), the European Union (left) and the United Nations (center).
Global Associations and Challenges
Looking towards the future, the UN, the AU and the EU said they would deepen the trilateral cooperation to advance the solutions directed by Africa to the peace and security challenges.
They highlighted the 2063 agenda of Africa and the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development as Guide Marcos and notified the preparations for the AU-EE Summit in Angola this November.
Leaders emphasized financing as a key priority, asking for fULL implementation of Sevilla’s commitment to unlock investmentAddress debt loads and the reform of multilateral development banks. They also warned that Climate -induced interruptions are hitting vulnerable communities The most difficult, urging ambitious commitments in Cop30 in Brazil this November.
By marking the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325 of the Security Council on Women, Peace and Security, they reaffirmed their commitment to advance women’s leadership and participation in the consolidation of peace.
Teenagers in Malawi meet to discuss the challenges faced by young people in the southern African country.
‘Unstoppable Africa’
Earlier on the day, the Secretary General António Guterres went to the 2025 Africa Forum of Africa Instipable of the Global Africa Business Initiative, organized by the UN and the UN global compact, the largest corporate sustainability initiative in the world, with more than 18,000 non -commercial companies in more than 160 countries.
He The UN Chief described Africa as “opportunity,” pointing to its young population, abundant renewable resources and a growing role in the digital economy.
To take advantage of this potential, he urged investment in renewable energy, sustainable food systems and digital infrastructure, while guaranteeing a fair performance of critical Africa minerals necessary for the transition of clean energy.
Guterres said that the world must end the “paradox” of a continent rich in arable land, but that depends on expensive food imports, which requires greater support for small owners and climate resistant agriculture.
“The rise of Africa is undeniable, inevitable and unstoppable,“He declared, stressing that reforms in international finances and governance, including permanent African representation in the Security Council, are vital to ensure that the continent has a stronger voice on the global scenario.