African Union Criticizes Trump’s New Africa Travel Ban, Urges Dialogue and Cooperation

/ The African Union expresses deep concern over U.S. travel restrictions affecting several African nations, warning of damage to decades-long diplomatic, educational, and business ties.

০ Trump Travel Ban Announced: U.S. restricts entry from 12 countries, including 7 in Africa, citing national security and visa policy concerns.

০ AUC Raises Alarm: The African Union warns that the move could damage people-to-people, educational, and diplomatic relationships.

০ Call for Dialogue: AUC urges the U.S. to engage affected African states in open communication and policy discussions.

The AU condemns Trump’s new travel restrictions on African nations, urging diplomacy
and stronger partnerships.

 The African Union Commission (AUC) has issued a strong statement of concern following the announcement of new U.S. travel restrictions by President Donald Trump, targeting multiple African countries. In a press release dated June 5, 2025, the AUC emphasized the need for a “balanced and evidence-based approach” to border security decisions, while calling for dialogue and diplomacy.

The Trump administration’s latest proclamation introduces a full travel ban on 12 nations, including Chad, Congo-Brazzaville, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Libya, Somalia, and Sudan. Partial restrictions have also been imposed on Burundi, Sierra Leone, and Togo. These new measures are expected to take effect from Monday, June 9, 2025.

President Trump cited reasons such as national security risks, visa overstay rates, lack of information-sharing, terrorist presence, and non-cooperation in accepting deported nationals.

However, the African Union has responded with concern, noting that such restrictions could erode decades of progress in building U.S.-Africa relations across various sectors — from educational exchange and business cooperation to diplomatic engagement.

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“The Commission remains concerned about the potential negative impact of such measures on people-to-people ties, educational exchange, commercial engagement, and the broader diplomatic relations that have been carefully nurtured over decades,” the AUC said.

The AU acknowledged America's sovereign right to protect its borders but urged the U.S. to pursue transparent, consultative discussions with affected member states. It stressed that policies impacting international relations should prioritize mutual understanding and shared interests.

“Africa and the United States share mutual interests in promoting peace, prosperity, and global cooperation,” the AUC stated, adding that it is ready to support any initiative that fosters constructive dialogue and collaboration.

As reactions continue to pour in, global stakeholders are watching closely to see whether diplomatic channels will be opened in the days ahead — or whether this development signals a deeper rift in U.S.-Africa relations.

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