President William Ruto’s call for African leaders and parliaments to champion the continent’s development agenda is an important step towards harnessing Africa’s potential and creating opportunities for its people.
During a joint session of the Congolese Parliament in Brazzaville, President Ruto emphasized the need for implementing policies and legislation that will unlock Africa’s resources and stimulate free trade.
Infrastructure development is a crucial aspect of Africa’s development, and President Ruto highlighted its importance in driving clean, just, and inclusive prosperity. He emphasized the need to eliminate visa and trade barriers, which will further facilitate free trade within the continent and beyond.
President Ruto also stressed the importance of African leaders speaking with one voice on global issues, particularly in relation to collective climate action. Africa, with its abundant resources, must advocate for reforms in multinational financial institutions to address the debt crisis that hampers the continent’s development.
He underscored the interconnectedness of the debt issue and the climate crisis, emphasizing that without addressing the former, it will be challenging to effectively tackle the latter.
President Ruto’s state visit to the Republic of Congo and his engagement with President Denis Sassou Nguesso demonstrate the commitment of African leaders to fostering collaboration and mobilizing a unified African position on critical matters that align with their collective aspirations. By working together and implementing appropriate policies and reforms, African countries can unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable development.
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