Africa: AU Ministers of Defense Meet in Addis for Enhanced Commitments in Peacekeeping Mission

The regional meeting of AU ministers of defense on the strengthening of the capabilities of the AU peacekeeping forces was held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 31 August to 1 September 2015, under the theme: "Enhancing rapid deployment capabilities."H.E. Dr. Mulatu Teshome, the President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in his opening remarks noted that Ethiopia is keen to enhance the efforts of peacekeeping adding that African countries should strengthen their commitment in such score.

President Mulatu also noted that the Conference serves as a strong platform for the intensification of cooperation between the African Union and the United Nations on the promotion of global peace and security.

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