Burkina Faso’s Prime Minister Jean Emmanuel Ouédraogo has arrived in New York ahead of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, where he is set to present his country’s position on key global issues.
Mr Ouédraogo, who will deliver the Burkina Faso Declaration on Saturday, 27 September, said his message would underscore the nation’s determination to assert its vision and sovereignty.
“We are here to loudly affirm Burkina Faso’s vision and choices,” the prime minister told members of his delegation shortly after arriving in the United States. He urged them to act with discipline and team spirit to ensure that “the supreme interest of the Burkinabe people would triumph” at the UN forum.
According to his office, the government views the General Assembly as a crucial opportunity to amplify the country’s stance on international challenges while reinforcing its sovereignty on the global stage.
The Burkinabe delegation is scheduled to begin high-level meetings on Monday, 22 September. Officials say their participation will be marked by “a strong and coherent contribution,” intended to highlight Burkina Faso’s determination to defend its independence and to make its voice resonate among the community of nations.
Mr Ouédraogo is expected to use his address to outline the country’s approach to pressing issues facing both the region and the wider international community. His statement will come at a time when Burkina Faso, along with its Sahel partners, continues to stress the importance of self-determination, security, and inclusive development.
The annual UN gathering brings together world leaders and diplomats from nearly 200 countries, providing a platform for nations such as Burkina Faso to assert their perspectives on peace, security, development, and cooperation.
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