Consultations continue on Israel’s observer status in the African Union

Consultations continue on Israel’s observer status

  •   Consultations continue on Israel’s observer status in the African Union
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    The African Union today rejected attempts by Algeria and South Africa to revoke the State of Israel’s acceptance as an observer in the organization, and decided to establish a committee to continue consultations on the subject. The committee’s conclusions will be presented at the African Union Summit in 2023.

    Israel’s acceptance as an observer in the African Union is a clear interest for us all – for Israel, for the African Union, and for the Union’s members. It will facilitate increased cooperation between Israel and African countries. Israel attaches great importance to expanding the dialogue and cooperation with the African Union in line with changes in the Middle East, and views it as an important expression of our shared activities for the continent’s next generation.