U.S. President Joe Biden Rejects Coups in Africa, Emphasizes Global Cooperation at UNGA 78.
By Caroline Ameh
U.S. President Joe Biden, addressing the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 78) at the UN headquarters in New York, expressed his firm rejection of coups in Africa, pledging unwavering support for the African Union (AU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
The President’s remarks came in response to the recent coups that have shaken Niger and Gabon, underscoring the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges. President Biden emphasized the shared destiny of nations worldwide.
He stated, “The United States seeks a more secure, more prosperous, and equitable world for all people because we know our future is bound to yours. Let me repeat that again: We know our future is bound to yours. We will not retreat from the values that make us strong. We will defend democracy, our best tool to meet the challenges that we face around the world. Let’s do this work together. Let’s deliver progress for everyone.”
President Biden’s stance reflects the commitment of the United States to upholding democratic principles and working collaboratively with African nations to tackle the root causes of instability and conflict.
In a similar vein, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa called upon the global community to join hands with the African Union to bring an end to conflicts across the African continent. He emphasized the need for international support for peace initiatives in numerous regions, including the Democratic Republic of Congo, Libya, Sudan, Somalia, Mali, Central African Republic, South Sudan, North Mozambique, the Great Lakes region, the Sahel, Nigeria, and the Horn of Africa.
