Egypt will assume the rotating presidency of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC) on 1 February for a one-month term, the Foreign Ministry stated
Cairo takes over the post at arriving at a “critical juncture,” amid escalating conflicts and political instability across parts of the continent, conditions the ministry described as requiring closer coordination and a more unified African response.
During its presidency, Egypt says it will prioritize adherence to the AU’s Constitutive Act, including principles of state sovereignty, territorial integrity, and non-interference in internal affairs.
This strategy will align more closely with the AU’s Agenda 2063, the continent’s long-term blueprint for economic and social transformation.
According to the ministry, Egypt plans to convene a series of high-level ministerial consultations during the month to address ongoing crises and explore avenues for de-escalation and conflict resolution.
Egypt will also oversee the adoption of the council’s annual activity report, which assesses security developments across the continent over the past year.
The report will be submitted to the African Union Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Beyond active conflict mediation, Egypt’s agenda includes discussions on emerging challenges linked to peace and security. The council is expected to hold sessions examining the security implications of climate change, as well as the role of artificial intelligence in governance and peacebuilding.
Post-conflict reconstruction and food security are also set to feature, with planned consultations involving specialized agencies to address challenges facing countries undergoing political transitions.
The PSC is the AU’s standing decision-making body for conflict prevention, management, and resolution.
Its presidency rotates monthly among its 15 elected member states.
