APO International

 On December 21, 2024, Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Affairs of the Foreign Ministry Xue Bing visited Eritrea, during which he met with Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki. Eritrean Foreign Minister Osman Saleh Mohammed and Chinese Ambassador to Eritrea Li Xiang were present. President Isaias Afwerki spoke highly of bilateral relations and thanked China for its long-term support for Eritrea's economic and social development. He said that Eritrea is […]

 Here follows a statement by the Royal Office: “His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, chaired, Monday at the Royal Palace in Casablanca, a working session on the revision of the Family Code. This session follows the submission by the Body in Charge of Revising the Family Code of a report to His Majesty the King, marking the completion of its mission within the designated timeframe. This report […]

 His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio has administered the oath of office to newly appointed officials, including the Minister of Internal Affairs, Mr. Morie Lengor Esq.; the Chairman of the Political Parties Registration Commission (PPRC), Mr. Emmanuel K. Amara; the North East Resident Minister, Mr. Ibrahim Jalloh; and the South Region Resident Minister, Mr. John Abu. The ceremony, which took place at State House, followed their recent parliamentary approval. In […]

 Christmas Message of Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo, Bishop of Oyo, Nigeria (www.CatholicDioceseOyo.org): Merry Christmas to all God’s children! Glory to God in the highest and peace to all who are God’s friends. Christmas can still be the happiest time of the year, if we celebrate it genuinely. We can all still see the angels of Bethlehem and hear their sweet carol if we allow the authentic Christmas to happen. We […]

 Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke with Mauritian Prime Minister Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam today to offer congratulations on his recent election victory.  Secretary Blinken and Prime Minister Ramgoolam emphasized the importance of expanding U.S.-Mauritius security cooperation in the Indian Ocean region and strengthening economic ties.  The Secretary underscored that the United States looks forward to a strong partnership with the new Government of Mauritius.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of U.S. Department of State.    

 The reconstruction of two primary schools in Hawzen District of Tigray Region has created conducive learning environment for students. The two schools - Megab Primary School and Mariam Zala Primary School - were successfully reconstructed as part of the Government of Ethiopia's Response-Recovery-Resilience for Conflict Affected Communities in Ethiopia (3R4CACE) Project, which is financed by the World Bank and implemented by UNOPS. The reconstruction has significantly improved the education conditions […]

 Philippine Ambassador Mersole J. Mellejor presented his credentials to President Ibrahim Traoré of the People's Republic of Burkina Faso at the President's House in the capital Ouagadougou on Thursday, 19 December 2024. President Traoré conveyed his gratitude to President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for appointing an ambassador to Burkina Faso. The president said that he has tasked the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Regional Cooperation and Burkinabes Abroad and other agencies […]

 In collaboration with Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) and the Senegalese Ministry of Justice, two modern greenhouses have been established on the grounds of Sebikotane Prison to support training and rehabilitation efforts. These facilities enable inmates to acquire greenhouse cultivation skills while serving their sentences. The project, implemented in partnership with the National School of Penitentiary Administration under the Senegalese Ministry of Justice, features two greenhouses, each spanning 2,500 […]

 “These trainings helped create a safer and fairer electoral process by ensuring that our officers understand their responsibilities,” explained Carter N. James Assistant Commissioner of Police for In-Service Training at the Liberian Police Academy. Liberia has faced significant challenges in its electoral processes, often marred by tensions and conflicts between political parties. As the country strives to solidify its democratic foundations, the importance of human rights awareness within law enforcement […]