Buttaf from NY highlights importance of neighborhood in African security

Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf stated in New York during the African Peace and Security Council meeting that good neighborliness is the fundamental condition for achieving collective security in Africa, especially with the increasing threats crossing borders, such as terrorism, organized crime, and illegal flows of weapons and money. He called for shifting from isolated national responses to a coordinated regional effort based on dialogue and cooperation, while respecting the sovereignty of states and non-interference in their internal affairs. He pointed out that Algeria focuses on combating terrorist financing by addressing the exploitation of technology, guided by United Nations principles, describing Algeria's experience in the Sahel region— centered on dialogue, development, and security cooperation—as an example of a comprehensive approach. He concluded by emphasizing the importance of strengthening African leadership in security responses, focusing on prevention rather than crisis management, affirming that Africa’s security is indivisible and requires solidarity and development.

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