The Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) Ministerial Meeting, held from 23 to 25 August, was attended by Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty. The meeting included high-level discussions focused on enhancing collaboration between Egypt, Africa, and Japan, as well as addressing ongoing regional challenges. The TICAD conference, which brings together representatives from the Japanese government, the African Union, the United Nations, the World Bank, and various international and regional organizations, provided a platform for addressing crucial issues impacting the Middle East and Africa. Held under the theme “Engaging in Innovative Solutions with Africa,” the TICAD meeting aims to establish medium and long-term developmental priorities for the Africa-Japan partnership, contributing to inclusive growth and sustainable development in Africa. This aligns with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, which envisions a future where the continent has a deeply rooted and thriving culture of human rights, democracy, gender equality, inclusion, and peace; It aims to achieve prosperity, security, and safety for all citizens, while also developing mechanisms to promote and defend Africa’s collective security and interests. During the meeting, Abdelatty emphasized the importance of reforming the global financial system, focusing on…
Egypt and Japan Align on Regional Security at TICAD Ministerial Meeting
August 31, 2024
By Nadine Tag
Journalist
