Kagame discusses bilateral ties with African leaders at AU Summit

By IGIHE

On 15 February 2025 at 05:59

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On the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, President Paul Kagame held talks with several African leaders, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in key sectors.

Kagame met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to discuss regional and continental issues, including security in eastern DR Congo.

According to the Office of the President, their discussions "focused on strengthening cooperation across different development sectors for the benefit of the people of Rwanda and Ethiopia."

Rwanda and Ethiopia enjoy strong diplomatic ties, with agreements in legal cooperation, media, sports, tourism, health, education, and culture. Additionally, Ethiopian investors have actively participated in Rwanda’s growing sectors such as manufacturing, construction, and services.

In a separate meeting, President Kagame and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo reviewed the robust partnership between Rwanda and Mozambique. "The two leaders discussed ways to expand and strengthen their collaboration for mutual benefit," Village Urugwiro stated.

Rwanda and Mozambique have a long-standing security cooperation agreement, under which Rwanda deployed troops to Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province in 2021 to combat terrorist activities.

President Kagame and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo reviewed the robust partnership between Rwanda and Mozambique.

Over the past four years, Rwandan forces have played a key role in dismantling terrorist strongholds, enabling the return of displaced civilians, and supporting Mozambique in rebuilding its security institutions.

The Head of State also engaged in discussions with Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley on matters of mutual interest, highlighting the positive relations between Rwanda and Barbados.

The two nations share an aviation partnership that enables RwandAir to operate flights to Barbados, strengthening connectivity between Africa and the Caribbean.

During the summit, Kagame participated in the main AU session, where Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh AI-Ghazouani handed over the AU chairmanship to Angolan President João Lourenço for a one-year term.

The series of meetings underscores Rwanda’s commitment to reinforcing diplomatic ties, fostering economic partnerships, and promoting regional stability across Africa and beyond.

The Head of State also engaged in discussions with Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley.

Kagame met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

Kagame participated in the main AU session, where Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh AI-Ghazouani handed over the AU chairmanship to Angolan President João Lourenço for a one-year term.