US EditionAfrican Union Condemns Trump Travel Ban Amid Strained Africa-US Relations
- On 5 June 2025, the African Union Commission issued a statement condemning a new U.S. Travel ban signed by President Donald Trump, effective 9 June, banning nationals from 12 countries including seven in Africa from entering the United States.
- The travel restrictions stem from U.S. Concerns about large-scale terrorist presence, inadequate screening, and identity verification failures in affected countries, which the African Union acknowledges but notes the potential negative impact on relations.
- The AU expressed concern that the ban could harm interpersonal connections, academic collaborations, economic interactions, and diplomatic relationships built over many years, urging the U.S. To take a measured, data-driven approach that honors the longstanding cooperation between the two.
- Trump linked the ban to national security risks and a recent terror attack, stating the list might expand depending on improvements, while the AU called for transparent communication and constructive dialogue with affected countries.
- The AU's response indicates strained Africa-U.S. Relations, emphasizing shared interests in peace and prosperity and urging Washington to apply the travel ban policy consultatively to avoid harming diplomatic and commercial ties.
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African Union Condemns Trump’s Travel Ban, Calls for Diplomatic Dialogue - teleSUR English
The African Union (AU) has expressed deep concern over U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order, which bans entry to the United States for nationals from 12 countries, including seven African nations. The ban, issued on January 20, 2025, affects Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Democratic Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. Additionally, Cuba, Venezuela, Burundi, Laos, Sierra Leone, Togo,…
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