AU Commission chief begins 72-hour visit to Burkina Faso

OUAGADOUGOU, July 15 — Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission Mahmoud Ali Youssouf arrived in Burkina Faso on Tuesday for a 72-hour working visit aimed at strengthening cooperation between the continental organization and the West African country, according to a statement released by Burkina Faso’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Speaking upon arrival, Youssouf said the visit reflects the AU’s commitment to strengthening solidarity among its members to better address the continent’s common challenges.