Africa: The United States Applauds DRC Agreement: Press Statement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC January 2, 2017 The United States welcomes the December 31 signing of an inclusive political compromise agreement by the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and opposition … [Read more...] about Africa: The United States Applauds DRC Agreement
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Ethiopian Foreign Affairs Minister assures AU of Host Agreement implementation; peace and calm during January 2017 Summit
Ethiopian Foreign Affairs Minister assures AU of Host Agreement implementation; peace and calm during January 2017 Summit: The African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma has met with the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, H.E. Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu. They met at the AU Headquarters, on Tuesday, … [Read more...] about Ethiopian Foreign Affairs Minister assures AU of Host Agreement implementation; peace and calm during January 2017 Summit
Libya: Security Council reaffirms full support for political agreement signed a year ago
Libya: Security Council reaffirms full support for political agreement signed a year ago: Expressing deep concern over the serious political polarization resulting in a deterioration of the security, economic and humanitarian situation in Libya, the Security Council today reiterated its support for the United Nations envoy for Libya, who leads efforts in facilitating … [Read more...] about Libya: Security Council reaffirms full support for political agreement signed a year ago
Gabon, Kyrgyz Republic ratify Trade Facilitation Agreement; 8 more needed for entry into force
Gabon, Kyrgyz Republic ratify Trade Facilitation Agreement; 8 more needed for entry into force: Gabon's WTO ambassador Marianne Odette Bibalou Bounda submitted her country's instrument of acceptance to WTO Director-General Roberto Azevêdo on 5 December. On 6 December the Kyrgyz Republic's WTO ambassador Daniiar Mukashev submitted his country's instrument … [Read more...] about Gabon, Kyrgyz Republic ratify Trade Facilitation Agreement; 8 more needed for entry into force
Chile, Swaziland ratify Trade Facilitation Agreement
Chile, Swaziland ratify Trade Facilitation Agreement: Concluded at the WTO’s 2013 Bali Ministerial Conference, the TFA contains provisions for expediting the movement, release and clearance of goods, including goods in transit. It also sets out measures for effective cooperation between customs and other appropriate authorities on trade facilitation and customs compliance … [Read more...] about Chile, Swaziland ratify Trade Facilitation Agreement
