Lesotho elected chair of SADC organ on politics, defense
Ramaphosa says organization will elect chairperson of its Organ on Politics, Defense and Security.
The SADC Virtual Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government has selected Lesotho to chair the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation. President Cyril Ramaphosa highlighted the importance of security cooperation for economic growth and regional unity. He expressed confidence that Lesotho would make a significant contribution to the organ's objectives and the promotion of peace and stability in Southern Africa.
The conference, convened outside the usual annual schedule, underscored the importance of regional unity and collective leadership in addressing regional conflicts, including in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Mozambique. Ramaphosa stressed the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Eastern DRC and the persistent threat of terrorism and extremism in parts of the region, particularly Northern Mozambique.
He emphasized the need for sustained vigilance and cooperation to tackle these issues. Additionally, Ramaphosa addressed the growing climate crisis, warning that natural disasters are increasingly threatening economic and social progress. He called for strengthened regional early warning systems, improved disaster preparedness, investment in climate-resilient infrastructure, and enhanced collective capacity to respond to emergencies.
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