OACPS-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly Calls for Redefined Global Partnerships Amidst Geopolitical Strain
The Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States – European Union (OACPS-EU) Joint Parliamentary Assembly has convened in Brussels, Belgium, with a strong emphasis on strengthening multilateralism. The Deputy Speaker and Co-President of the OACPS-EU Joint Parliamentary Assembly, Thomas Tayebwa, highlighted the necessity for future international cooperation to transcend mere rhetoric and instead be founded on genuine equality, mutual respect, and shared solidarity. Tayebwa outlined key economic and environmental priorities for the joint delegations, advocating for concrete economic and climate solutions and a restructured economic partnership designed to provide tangible local benefits to member states. He specifically stated, "The OACPS would like to see an economic partnership that delivers tangible benefits, including investment, local value addition, skills development and decent employment in our countries." The opening ceremony featured several distinguished speakers, including Nobel Peace Pr...