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Pan-African Parliament Delegation Received by President João Lourenço
H.E. João Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola and Outgoing Chairperson of the African Union (AU), met with the leadership of the Pan-African Parliament, led by President Chief Fortune Charumbira, on the margins of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government at the AU headquarters.
During the meeting, the Pan-African Parliament delegation expressed gratitude to President Lourenço for his steadfast support of the continental Parliament throughout his tenure as Chairperson of the Union, as he prepared to pass the baton to Burundi.
President Lourenço was briefed on key milestones achieved by the Pan-African Parliament in 2025, including its enhanced oversight role through participation in AU Election Observation Missions, discussions on justice and reparations, and its parliamentary diplomatic efforts.
The President commended the Pan-African Parliament for its development of three continental Model Laws: the Model Law on Labour Migration in Africa, the Model Law on Gender Equality and Equity, and the Model Law on Sustainable Soil Management in Africa, which represent significant strides toward harmonizing continental legislation and facilitating integration.
President Lourenço reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Pan-African Parliament beyond his tenure as Chairperson of the Union, expressing confidence in the institution’s future endeavors.
