Haimbe to represent President Hichilema at AU-EU Summit

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mulambo Haimbe, is expected to represent President Hakainde Hichilema at the seventh African Union (AU) – European Union (EU) summit, scheduled to take place from 24^th to 25^th November, 2025 in Luanda, Angola.

The summit serves as a high-level platform to deepen the strategic partnership between Africa and Europe, with a focus on key global and continental priorities, including peace and security, economic cooperation, sustainable development, climate action, investment, and innovation.

This is contained in a statement issued to The media in Lusaka by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Principle Public Relations Officer, Eva Hatontola.

Ms Hatontola explained that Zambia’s participation in the summit presents a strategic opportunity to advance national interests, particularly by advocating for increased EU support in priority sectors such as infrastructure development, green energy, agriculture, and health.

She explained that it also shows Zambia’s strong commitment to African-led development and regional integration.

Zambia’s attendance of the summit also underscores the country’s dedication to multilateralism and proactive engagement in both continental and global affairs.

Ms Hatontola noted that in addition to the seventh AU-EU summit, Mr Haimbe is expected to attend a Special Session on AU Institutional Reforms scheduled for 26^th November 2025, in Luanda.

She further stated that Zambia’s participation in this session is significant as it emphasises the country’s commitment to shaping and strengthening the institutional effectiveness of the AU.

She also reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to its mission of promoting Zambia’s voice and influence in regional, continental and international fora in pursuit of national development and the well-being of the Zambian people.