Togo: Faure Gnassingbe, the man with active and discreet diplomacy
Faure Gnassingbé, since his rise to power as the President of the Republic of Togo, has pursued an active and discreet diplomacy. Especially in the resolution of crises that have rocked the West African sub-region.
This approach has enabled Togo to play an important role in stabilizing the region, particularly in the management of the political crisis between Mali and Cote d’Ivoire.
One of the principal characteristics of the President Faure Gnassingbé’s active diplomacy is his regular participation in the summits of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union (AU). During these conferences he has often spoken in support of initiatives aimed at promoting peace and security in the region.
In addition to his participation in regional summits, President Gnassingbé has also conducted discreet diplomacy in the resolution of crises, working behind the scenes to facilitate dialogue between conflicting parties.
He has been heavily involved in efforts to ensure successful transitions in Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea, and Chad.
Even the International Community has praised the President Faure Gnassingbé’s diplomatic approach. They have recognized the important role that Togo played in resolving crises in West Africa.
This has earned him several awards, including the recent International NGO ANA’s (Aimons notre Afrique) award for the Best Pan-African President of the last decade for his successful missions in favor of peace, solidarity, and stability of the continent.
The active and discreet diplomacy of President Faure Gnassingbé since he assumed office, has played a significant role in the resolution of crises that have shaken the West African sub-region. This is allowing Togo to play an important role in promoting peace and security.
That justifies enough why the International Community commended his regular participation in regional summits and discreet mediation efforts.
Kodjovi Makafui
