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Here are the latest news updates from the African Union (AU) and other relevant sources:

AU News

  1. AU Summit: The 34th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU) is scheduled to take place from February 6-7, 2023, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The summit is expected to focus on issues such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the African Union's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the promotion of peace and security in Africa.
  2. AU Chairperson: The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, has called for increased efforts to address the root causes of migration and promote sustainable development in Africa. He made the call during a meeting with the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, in Brussels.
  3. AU-EU Partnership: The African Union and the European Union have agreed to strengthen their partnership to promote peace, security, and sustainable development in Africa. The agreement was reached during a meeting between AU Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat and EU High Representative Josep Borrell in Brussels.

Regional News

  1. West Africa: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has launched a new initiative to promote regional integration and economic development in the region. The initiative, known as the ECOWAS Vision 2050, aims to create a more integrated and prosperous West Africa by 2050.
  2. East Africa: The East African Community (EAC) has launched a new trade agreement aimed at promoting regional trade and economic integration in the region. The agreement, known as the EAC Common Market Protocol, aims to create a more integrated and competitive East African market.
  3. Southern Africa: The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has launched a new initiative to promote regional integration and economic development in the region. The initiative, known as the SADC Industrialization Strategy and Roadmap, aims to promote industrialization and economic diversification in the region.

Global News

  1. Global Economy: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the global economy is facing significant challenges, including rising inflation, supply chain disruptions, and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The IMF has called for policymakers to take bold action to address these challenges and promote sustainable economic growth.
  2. Climate Change: The United Nations has launched a new initiative to promote climate action and sustainable development around the world. The initiative, known as the UN Climate Action Summit, aims to bring together world leaders, businesses, and civil society organizations to address the urgent threat of climate change.
  3. Global Health: The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new initiative to promote global health and well-being. The initiative, known as the WHO Global Health Strategy, aims to promote health equity, address health inequalities, and improve health outcomes around the world.