Fathi Bashe

Always great to meet with my friend @TBarLavi, Israel 🇮🇱 Deputy Ambassador to Ethiopia and the African Union. We discussed the power of youth and civil society to build bridges between peoples in the Horn of Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.

Proud moment for Africa!🌍 At the #39thAUSummit, the new Bureau for 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ reflects shared commitment to unity & progress: 🇧🇮 Burundi – Chair 🇬🇭 Ghana – 1st Vice 🇹🇿 Tanzania – 2nd Vice 🇦🇴 Angola – Rapporteur (3rd Vice – North Africa: forthcoming) Together, advancing #Agenda2063 and water security for all. Congratulations to the leaders & regions! #AfricaRising

The absence of permanent African seats on the Security Council is indefensible. The Security Council must reflect today’s world. This is 2026 — not 1946. Whenever decisions about Africa and the world are on the table, Africa must be at the table.

Addressing leaders at the African Union Summit, @antonioguterres emphasized that Africa must have a meaningful voice — both in global financial institutions and in the UN Security Council. Full remarks: bit.ly/4rjUTvd

EU Ambassador Javier Niño Pérez emphasised the AU-UN-EU partnership & reaffirmed our collective commitment to ending violence against women & girls in #Africa during the launch of the Spotlight Initiative Africa Regional Programme 2.0 during an #AUSummit side event. #EndVAWG

At the #AUSummit, @mznaab, Dir. @UNDP RSCA, attended the launch of the @GlobalSpotlight #Africa 2.0. The new phase advances stronger legal frameworks, reinforces accountability & supports women’s movements. W/@EU_Commission-@_AfricanUnion-@UN #EndVAWG

Il mio intervento all'Assemblea dei Capi di Stato e di Governo dell'Unione Africana

LIVE: Follow the Opening Ceremony of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly English: vimeo.com/event/5730276?… French: vimeo.com/event/5730280?… More @ au.int/summit/39 x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

@IsraelMFA @gidonsaar @fredman_a @TBarLavi 3/3 I encourage the Union’s leadership to review this matter in a spirit of collaboration, mutual respect, and diplomatic partnership @IsraelMFA @gidonsaar @fredman_a @TBarLavi

2/3 Restoring this status would strengthen mutual engagement between #Israel and African nations—many of which maintain positive bilateral relations—and would contribute to advancing shared objectives of stability, development and peace @IsraelMFA @gidonsaar @fredman_a @TBarLavi

1/3 I respectfully call for the reconsideration of #Israel’s suspended observer status within the @_AfricanUnion. Observer participation serves as an important channel for transparency, dialogue and constructive cooperation @IsraelMFA @gidonsaar @fredman_a @TBarLavi

When we marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day at Africa Hall two weeks ago, the chosen location was not an accident. In a place that symbolizes Africa’s commitment to dignity, self-determination, and solidarity, the message of Jewish and Israeli resilience and rebirth resonates deeply. As Africa’s leaders gather in Addis Ababa this week for the 39th African Union Summit, we underscore the shared values and historical experiences that bond Israel and Africa, making our relationship a natural part of our common destiny 🇮🇱🌍 @Israel @IsraelMFA @_AfricanUnion @ECA_OFFICIAL

Happening Now: A State Banquet in honour of the 39th African Union Summit and the Italy–Africa Summit. Diplomacy meets delicious. Good food, great company, and even better vibes. As always, the #LandofOrigins doesn’t just host… we deliver. 🇪🇹 #AUSummit #ItalyAfrica #EthiopiaDelivers #PMOEthiopia

Africa’s young people are shaping new conversations on participation, opportunity, and accountability.   It’s time to invest in meaningful inclusion & expand space for youth to help shape Africa’s future. #AUSummit #Agenda2063

I welcome fellow leaders of our African Union to break bread together. Tomorrow, we deliberate; tonight, we share a meal, a few smiles, and just enough ‘injera’ to sustain the conversations ahead.

“This gathering marks a pivotal moment in Africa–Europe relations — a moment to move from dialogue to action.” — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at the Second Italy–Africa Summit #ItalyAfrica #PMOEthiopia

“Our greatest asset is our people. Africa is young, ambitious, and ready to innovate and lead.” — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at the Second Italy–Africa Summit #ItalyAfrica #PMOEthiopia

As the Second Italy–Africa Summit unfolds in Addis Ababa, Prime Minister @AbiyAhmedAli and Prime Minister @GiorgiaMeloni co-host this important gathering, reaffirming a shared commitment to strengthening the partnership between Italy and Africa. Held in the diplomatic capital of Africa, Addis Ababa, the summit highlights our collective resolve to advance sustainable development and accelerate the aspirations of Agenda 2063. It also builds on the momentum of enhanced cooperation under Italy’s Mattei Plan, promoting collaboration grounded in mutual respect, shared prosperity, and long-term partnership. #Ethiopia is honoured to serve as the platform for this dialogue, bringing together leaders to translate shared vision into concrete action across trade, energy, infrastructure, agriculture, education, and innovation. #ItalyAfrica #PMOEthiopia

“Together, we can shape a new Africa–Europe relationship — not based on dependency, but dignity; not on extraction, but shared prosperity.” — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed at the Second Italy–Africa Summit #ItalyAfrica #PMOEthiopia

Secondo Vertice Italia-Africa, in diretta le dichiarazioni congiunte alla stampa con @jlprdeangola e @ymahmoudali twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1…

Addis Abeba, il mio intervento al secondo Vertice Italia-Africa