The President of the Republic, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, delivered a candid diagnosis of the international situation at the opening of the 7th General Conference of Ambassadors and Consuls General of Senegal, held this Saturday in Dakar.
Facing the diplomatic corps, the Head of State described a world plagued by “major geopolitical turbulence” and various challenges. From armed conflicts to tensions between nuclear powers, global economic crisis, and climate change, he warned of a progressive degradation of the international order.
In his speech, Bassirou Diomaye Faye particularly emphasized the risks of fragmentation, including within African community spaces, while denouncing the questioning of fundamental principles of international law. He notably pointed out “the trivialization of unilateral use of force”, contradicting the ideals upheld by the United Nations.
The Senegalese President also condemned any hierarchy of human lives, asserting Senegal’s rejection of any “double standards” logic. This stance is framed within a humanistic vision of international relations, where human dignity must remain central.
In this uncertain context, the Head of State advocated for a more equitable global order, based on justice, peace, and security. He reaffirmed Senegal’s commitment to champion universal causes with clarity and determination, while strengthening its position within sub-regional and continental dynamics.
Convinced of Africa’s strategic role in reshaping the world, Bassirou Diomaye Faye called for increased commitment to African integration and collective mobilization to make the continent’s voice heard on the international stage.
Regarding multilateralism, the President of the Republic stressed that it should remain the preferred framework for international action, while acknowledging the need for reform. He argued for a more equitable global governance, more representative and suited to contemporary realities, with a reinforced role for Africa.
On the climate front, Senegal intends to continue its commitment to a fair energy transition, based on the principle of common but differentiated responsibility. The Head of State also reaffirmed the country’s attachment to respecting cultural diversity, an essential condition for peaceful coexistence among peoples.
Furthermore, Bassirou Diomaye Faye highlighted the strategic role of the Senegalese diaspora, now fully integrated into the Foreign Affairs Ministry’s scope of action. He announced continued efforts to modernize mechanisms for managing this community, while enhancing its contribution to national development.
Finally, the President emphasized the need for a more effective and coordinated diplomacy, urging to avoid any dispersion of initiatives. He urged diplomats to demonstrate rigor, commitment, and excellence, while ensuring that the state will continue to modernize the diplomatic apparatus.
Concluding his intervention, Bassirou Diomaye Faye officially declared the 7th General Conference of Ambassadors and Consuls General open, expressing hope that their work will result in concrete proposals and a roadmap in line with Senegal’s diplomatic ambitions.
