๐Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS)
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๐ The OACPS Secretariat held the second session of its Induction Programme for Newly Appointed Ambassadors, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening institutional engagement and supporting Member States in fulfilling their diplomatic mandate within the Organisation.
Held on behalf of Secretary-General H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), the programme was led by Ms Susan Branker Greene, Assistant Secretary-General for Policies and Programmes, and Ms Katalaina Sapolu, Assistant Secretary-General for Global Operations, in the presence of Mr Joseph Clifford Birungi, Chief of Staff to the Secretary-General.
The induction introduced newly appointed Ambassadors to the work of the Organisation, including OACPSโ mandate, institutional architecture, strategic priorities and key governance frameworks, while fostering dialogue on the Organisationโs vision for a transformed organisation. ๐
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๐๐บ๐ณ๐ฟ ๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐บ๐๐น๐๐ถ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐๐บ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ผ ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ป๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ด๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฐ๐น๐ถ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ๐ป๐ด๐ฒ, ๐ฏ๐ถ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐๐ ๐น๐ผ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐น๐น๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป.
On 16 October, the OACPS Secretariat hosted a dialogue between OACPS diplomatic missions and Ms Elizabeth Maruma Mrema (@mremae), United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and @UNEP ๐บ๐ณDeputy Executive Director. The session was chaired by Ms Susan Branker Greene, OACPS Assistant Secretary-General.
The exchange highlighted the importance of scientific evidence and addressing environmental challenges together. OACPS Ambassadors and delegations raised concerns about the scourge of Sargassum, plastic pollution, adaptation finance and access to scientific information, alongside the need to strengthen national capacities and avoid fragmented efforts.
Discussions also explored how environmental priorities could be better reflected in investment and cooperation, including through the EUโs Global Gateway.
The dialogue provided an opportunity to bring African, Caribbean and Pacific perspectives into discussions on the environmental agenda and the role of multilateral cooperation. ๐๐บ๐ณ๐ฟ
@UN ๐บ๐ณ
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#OACPS #UNEP #EnvironmentalMultilateralism #climate #developmentambitions
๐๐บ๐ณ๐ฟ ๐๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฎ๐น ๐บ๐๐น๐๐ถ๐น๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐น๐ถ๐๐บ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ป๐ ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐น ๐๐ผ ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ถ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ป๐ป๐ฒ๐ฐ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ๐น๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ด๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ ๐ฐ๐น๐ถ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ๐ป๐ด๐ฒ, ๐ฏ๐ถ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐๐ ๐น๐ผ๐๐ ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐น๐น๐๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป.
On 16 October, the OACPS Secretariat hosted a dialogue between OACPS diplomatic missions and Ms Elizabeth Maruma Mrema (@mremae), United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and @UNEP ๐บ๐ณDeputy Executive Director. The session was chaired by Ms Susan Branker Greene, OACPS Assistant Secretary-General.
The exchange highlighted the importance of scientific evidence and addressing environmental challenges together. OACPS Ambassadors and delegations raised concerns about the scourge of Sargassum, plastic pollution, adaptation finance and access to scientific information, alongside the need to strengthen national capacities and avoid fragmented efforts.
Discussions also explored how environmental priorities could be better reflected in investment and cooperation, including through the EUโs Global Gateway.
The dialogue provided an opportunity to bring African, Caribbean and Pacific perspectives into discussions on the environmental agenda and the role of multilateral cooperation. ๐๐บ๐ณ๐ฟ
@UN ๐บ๐ณ
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#OACPS #UNEP #EnvironmentalMultilateralism #climate #developmentambitions
๐๐ช๐บ Addressing members of the European Parliamentโs Delegation to the OACPS-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly (DACP) in Strasbourg๐ซ๐ท (@Europarl_EN), H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, called for renewed OACPS-EU cooperation capable of translating more than five decades of partnership into joint action in an increasingly complex global environment.
The Secretary-General highlighted the priorities and reforms emerging from the 11th OACPS Summit in Malabo, while stressing the need to reduce shared vulnerabilities, advance economic transformation, strengthen local value chains and respond more effectively to climate and development challenges.
Looking ahead to the parliamentary meetings in November, he called for accelerated ratification of the Samoa Agreement and a stronger role for parliamentarians in ensuring that recommendations are followed through, commitments are measurable and the partnership delivers tangible results for citizens. ๐๐ช๐บ
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๐๐ช๐บ H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, met in Strasbourg ๐ซ๐ท with Mr Francisco Assis, Member of the European Parliament (@Europarl_EN) for Portugal and Chair of the European Parliament Delegation to the OACPS-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly.
Discussions focused on preparations for the forthcoming OACPS-EU parliamentary meetings in Brussels and the importance of ensuring strong participation and engagement from across the African, Caribbean and Pacific regions.
The exchange also highlighted the role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening OACPS-EU relations, fostering open and regular political dialogue and building greater understanding on issues of common interest. Both sides expressed their commitment to giving renewed momentum to the parliamentary partnership. ๐๐ช๐บ
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๐๐ช๐บ At the European Parliament in Strasbourg ๐ซ๐ท, H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, met with Mr Pietro Ducci, Director-General for External Policies of the Union at the European Parliament. (@Europarl_EN)
Discussions focused on preparations for the PacificโEU Parliamentary Assembly and the OACPSโEU Joint Parliamentary Assembly in November, as well as stronger coordination and information-sharing between the respective parliamentary delegations.
The exchange also addressed follow-up to parliamentary resolutions and efforts to promote ratification of the Samoa Agreement, including through a possible information session during the forthcoming parliamentary meetings. ๐๐ช๐บ
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#OACPS #EuropeanParliament #OACPSEU #ParliamentaryCooperation #SamoaAgreement
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๐ด ร Strasbourg,excellente discussion avec H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki @MBatraki Secretaire-General de OACPS, Organisation des รtats dโAfrique, des Caraรฏbes et du Pacifique.
๐๐ช๐บ At the European Parliament in Strasbourg ๐ซ๐ท, H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, met with Mr Younous Omarjee (@younousomarjee), Vice-President of the European Parliament (@Europarl_EN), for an exchange on the future of OACPSโEU relations and the role of parliamentary dialogue in strengthening the partnership.
Discussions highlighted the importance of a relationship based on mutual respect, equality and shared interests, alongside stronger and more regular engagement between OACPS and European parliamentarians. They also exchanged views on the ratification and implementation of the Samoa Agreement and preparations for forthcoming OACPSโEU parliamentary meetings.
The meeting also explored opportunities for closer cooperation in areas of common interest, including investment, energy, critical raw materials and the oceans. Both sides underlined the importance of renewed parliamentary engagement in advancing a strong and mutually beneficial OACPSโEU partnership. ๐๐ช๐บ
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#OACPS #EuropeanParliament #OACPSEU #ParliamentaryCooperation #SamoaAgreement
๐๐ช๐บ At the European Parliament in Strasbourg ๐ซ๐ท, H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, met with Mr Younous Omarjee (@younousomarjee), Vice-President of the European Parliament (@Europarl_EN), for an exchange on the future of OACPSโEU relations and the role of parliamentary dialogue in strengthening the partnership.
Discussions highlighted the importance of a relationship based on mutual respect, equality and shared interests, alongside stronger and more regular engagement between OACPS and European parliamentarians. They also exchanged views on the ratification and implementation of the Samoa Agreement and preparations for forthcoming OACPSโEU parliamentary meetings.
The meeting also explored opportunities for closer cooperation in areas of common interest, including investment, energy, critical raw materials and the oceans. Both sides underlined the importance of renewed parliamentary engagement in advancing a strong and mutually beneficial OACPSโEU partnership. ๐๐ช๐บ
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#OACPS #EuropeanParliament #OACPSEU #ParliamentaryCooperation #SamoaAgreement
๐๐ช๐บ In Strasbourg, H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, met with Ms Hilde Vautmans (@hildevautmans), Member of the European Parliament for Belgium, Chair of the Delegation to the AfricaโEU Parliamentary Assembly and Vice-Chair of the Delegation to the OACPSโEU Joint Parliamentary Assembly.
Discussions focused on strengthening coordination between African and European parliamentarians ahead of forthcoming OACPS and OACPSโEU parliamentary meetings, including through earlier preparation, regular exchanges and closer alignment on shared priorities.
The exchange also addressed follow-up to the recommendations adopted at the Africa-EU Parliamentary Assembly in Eswatini, efforts to advance the ratification and implementation of the Samoa Agreement, and opportunities for practical cooperation on peace and security, critical raw materials, climate and the oceans. Both sides underlined the importance of sustained dialogue and closer cooperation in advancing shared priorities. ๐๐ช๐บ
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๐ Under the chairmanship of H.E. Ambassador Daniel Evina Abeโe, Ambassador of the Republic of Cameroon ๐จ๐ฒto the Kingdom of Belgium, and Dean of the OACPS and African Ambassadors in Brussels, the Heads of Mission of the OACPS Africa Group met today to consider the handover of coordination responsibilities for the AfricaโEU Regional Protocol, one of the key pillars of the Samoa Agreement.
H.E. Ambassador Sibusisiwe Mngomezulu of the Kingdom of Eswatini ๐ธ๐ฟ (@EswatiniGovern1), outgoing Chief Negotiator and Coordinator of the Regional Protocol for Africa, presented a report tracing the negotiation process and the collective contribution of Africaโs four regions to the development of a common African position.
The discussions highlighted the importance of ensuring institutional continuity during the transition from negotiation to implementation, notably through clear coordination mechanisms, strong regional participation and the preservation of collective African ownership. ๐
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#OACPS #Africa #SamoaAgreement #OACPSEU #RegionalCooperation
OACPS Secretariat retweeted
Great discussion with SG of OACPS @MBatraki on our joint commitment to support countries in Africa, Caribbean and Pacific on their resilience and sustainability aspirations.
These countries are disproportionately affected by climate impacts, but are also among those with highest potential on green and blue economy.
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๐น๐ฌ๐ H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, received Mr Kommanbu FANDJINOU, Chargรฉ dโAffaires a.i. of Togo in Brussels, at OACPS headquarters.
Discussions focused on the Samoa Agreement and a proposed presentation by H.E. Prof. Robert Dussey (@rdussey), Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, African Integration and Togolese Abroad, during the upcoming OACPS parliamentary meetings in November, with a view to promoting greater understanding and ratification of the Agreement.
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๐๐บ๐ณH.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, received H.E. Mr Jorge Moreira da Silva, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Director of UNOPS ๐บ๐ณ(@UNOPS_Chief), and his delegation at OACPS headquarters.
Discussions focused on strengthening the partnership between the OACPS and UNOPS in support of programme delivery and institutional capacity, building on their existing cooperation on Green Climate Fund readiness activities in Comoros and Mauritius.
The exchange also explored avenues for UNOPS to support the implementation of OACPS priorities, including those stemming from the 11th Summit of OACPS Heads of State and Government in Malabo, through project implementation, technical expertise and operational support. ๐๐บ๐ณ
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๐๐ฑ๐ธ H.E. Mr Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, welcomed a high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Lesotho (@LesothoBrussels) led by the Honourable Justice Nthomeng Majara, Deputy Prime Minister.
Discussions focused on strengthening political dialogue between Lesotho and the OACPS, and the status of the ratification of the Samoa Agreement.
The exchange also covered the OACPS reform agenda, resource mobilisation and opportunities to deepen cooperation, including through future engagement with Southern Africa. ๐๐ฑ๐ธ
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๐ The OACPS Committee of Ambassadors held its 983rd meeting virtually today under the chairmanship of H.E. Mr Eshete Tilahun Woldeyes, Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia ๐ช๐น to the Kingdom of Belgium. (@ETEmbassyBRU)
The Committee reviewed preparations for the 122nd Session of the OACPS Council of Ministers and the inaugural OACPSโEU Joint Council of Ministers. Discussions also covered implementation of the Malabo Declaration, institutional sustainability, ratification of the Samoa Agreement and climate finance.
Members considered proposals for Strategic Steering Committees and for the re-establishment of the SIDS Forum, alongside partnerships, resource mobilisation and common climate advocacy ahead of COP31.
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๐๐ค H.E. Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS, received H.E. Ambassador Abdulkhaleq Al Yafei, Permanent Observer of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) (@oiceumission @OIC_OCI )to the European Union, at OACPS headquarters.
Discussions focused on strengthening dialogue and cooperation between the two organisations in areas of shared interest, including food security, agricultural development, youth opportunities, trade and investment, crisis resilience and SouthโSouth cooperation.
Both sides explored closer coordination between their Secretariats and the development of a focused joint work plan aimed at delivering tangible benefits for their Member States. ๐
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#OACPS #OIC #SouthSouthCooperation #FoodSecurity #Multilateralism
๐๐ณ๐ฌ A closer look at the ๐ท๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐ช๐๐๐
๐๐๐๐ ๐ by H.E. Dr Adeyemi Adebayo Emmanuel, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to the Kingdom of Belgium and Permanent Representative to the OACPS (@NigBruxelles ๐ณ๐ฌ), to H.E. Moussa Saleh Batraki (@MBatraki), Secretary-General of the OACPS.
Through reactions ๐๏ธ gathered throughout the day and key moments from the ceremony, this report offers further insight into the occasion.
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@NigeriaMFA @NGRPresident @NigeriaGov
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