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Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets Secretary General of the Organization of American States

Source: Government of Qatar

Washington, December 17, 2025

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met in Washington today with HE Secretary General of the Organization of American States Albert Ramdin.

The meeting focused on ways to enhance cooperation between the State of Qatar and the Organization of American States. It also discussed several regional issues, particularly developments in Latin America. The meeting also saw both sides exchange views on how to bolster dialogue and understanding, and advance regional stability.

The two sides stressed the importance of strengthening channels of communication and cooperation to serve joint interests and advance peace, development, and stability efforts regionally and internationally.

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Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets US Deputy Secretary of State

Source: Government of Qatar

Washington, December 17, 2025

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met with HE Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America Christopher Landau, on the sidelines of the seventh strategic dialogue between the two countries, which is being held in Washington, D.C.

The meeting focused on discussing the strong, strategic bilateral ties between the State of Qatar and the United States of America, as well as the means to enhance them in various fields. It also addressed regional and international issues of joint interest.

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Qatar, US Hold Session on Regional Cooperation as Part of 7th Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue

Source: Government of Qatar

Washington, December 17, 2025

The State of Qatar and the United States of America held a session on regional and international cooperation, as part of the seventh strategic dialogue between the two countries in Washington, D.C.

The Qatari side was chaired by HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi. The US side was chaired by HE Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker.

The meeting dealt with discussing the latest developments in Gaza, Syria, Lebanon, Iran, the Great Lakes Region, the Sahel Region, Afghanistan, and Latin America, in addition to several regional and international issues of joint interest.

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Prime Minister, US Secretary of State Chair 7th Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue

Source: Government of Qatar

Washington, December 17, 2025

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani and HE Secretary of State of the friendly United States of America Marco Rubio co-chaired today in Washington the seventh Qatar-US Strategic Dialogue.

The seventh session of the dialogue saw a discussion of ways to enhance cooperation and partnership between the two friendly countries across political, economic, commercial, investment, and cultural fields, in addition to discussing several issues of joint interest, including regional stability, counterterrorism, combating human trafficking, human rights, climate change, energy efficiency, and humanitarian assistance.

Participating in the dialogue on the Qatari side were HE Minister of Commerce and Industry Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani, HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Khulaifi, HE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed, HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United States of America Sheikh Mishaal bin Hamad Al-Thani, HE Advisor to the Prime Minister for Strategic Affairs Ali bin Abdullah Al Thawadi, HE Director of the Policy Planning Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Khalid bin Fahd Al Khater, HE Assistant Director of the Office of the Prime Minister for Foreign Affairs Abdullah bin Eid Al Sulaiti, HE Deputy Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the US Dr. Hamad bin Mohammed Al Muftah, and Director of the Americas Affairs Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Jassim Mohammed Al Asmakh.

On the US side, participants included HE Counselor of the Department of State and Director of the US Secretary of State’s Policy Planning Staff Mike Needham, HE Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker, HE Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg, HE Senior Bureau Official of the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Robert Palladino, HE Senior Bureau Official of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Michael Kozak, HE Senior Bureau Official of the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs Fleet White, and Deputy Spokesperson of the Department of State Tommy Pigott.

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President Ramaphosa receives interim report of Madlanga Commission

Source: President of South Africa –

President Cyril Ramaphosa has on, Wednesday 17 December 2025, received an interim report of the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry into Criminality, Political Interference, and Corruption in the Criminal Justice System.

President Ramaphosa established the Commission, chaired by retired Constitutional Court Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga, in July 2025.

President Ramaphosa will study the interim report while the Commission, which is in recess, prepares to hear further testimony from new witnesses or persons who have previously testified.

President Ramaphosa has expressed his appreciation for the interim report as well as his expectation that the Commission will, as part of its terms of reference, refer actions thought to be criminal acts for prosecution.

Media enquiries: Vincent Magwenya, Spokesperson to the President – media@presidency.gov.za

Issued by: The Presidency
Pretoria

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Qatar Hosts OECD-led Workshop on Development Aid Documentation

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, December 17, 2025

Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has hosted a specialized training workshop aimed at improving the tracking and documentation of the country’s official development assistance.

The two-day workshop, held on December 16 and 17, was organized by the ministry’s International Cooperation Department and delivered by experts from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
It brought together representatives from government bodies and relevant non-governmental organisations.

Opening the event, Acting Director of the International Cooperation Department, Sultan bin Ahmed Al Asiri, said the initiative aims at enhancing national systems for recording and documenting official development assistance, as well as improving reporting and classification mechanisms in line with internationally recognized standards and methodologies.

Officials said the initiative would help improve data quality, increase transparency and ensure consistency with global best practices.

The ministry said the workshop forms part of Qatar’s broader efforts to enhance the effectiveness of its development contributions and to establish a coherent institutional approach to managing and documenting aid.

Qatar has repeatedly stressed its commitment to international cooperation and to supporting the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals at both regional and global levels.

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Minister of State for International Cooperation Meets Russian Deputy Foreign Minister

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, December 17, 2025

HE Minister of State for International Cooperation Dr. Maryam bint Ali bin Nasser Al Misnad met Wednesday with HE Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Dmitry Lyubinsky, who is visiting the State of Qatar.

Talks during the meeting focused on bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen it, along with a range of matters of shared interest.

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Guinea Presidential Election 2025: Africa24 Group Delivers Unprecedented Coverage

Source: APO – Report:

The Republic of Guinea will elect its President on 28 December 2025 for a new term of office. This presidential election represents a decisive milestone in the country’s democratic consolidation, regional integration, and the strategic valorisation of its vast mineral resources in service of the people.

To mark this historic moment, Africa24 Group is deploying an exceptional bilingual editorial operation (French & English), enabling citizens, policymakers, and public opinion at national, regional, continental, and global levels to fully discover Guinea’s diversity, wealth, and deep aspirations.

Discover Guinea here: https://apo-opa.co/4pCiwhw

Exclusive Interviews, Landmark Debates & Immersive Reporting

Through Africa24 and Africa24 English, audiences will benefit from an outstanding TV & Digital coverage, featuring exclusive programming dedicated to the 2025 presidential election.

INTERVIEWS

Candidates and political leaders present their programmes in exclusive interviews with:

  • Amadou Bah Oury
  • Abdoulaye Yéro Baldé
  • Hadja Makalé Camara
  • Abdoulaye Kourouma
  • Ibrahima Abe Sylla

CAMPAIGN JOURNAL

Our reporters take viewers to the heart of the campaign, offering daily coverage of rallies, candidate proposals, political portraits, citizens’ expectations, and immersive reports across Guinea’s regions and emblematic sites.

https://apo-opa.co/4qiSznh

AFRICA NEWSROOM (ANR) :

Five exclusive high-level debates featuring political leaders and experts on key national challenges:

  • Women’s Leadership and Representation
  • Youth Employment & Human Development
  • Good Governance and Anti-Corruption
  • Mining & Natural Resource Management
  • Guinea of Talents

Guinea Presidential 2025 – Interviews & Debates

Abdoulaye Yéro Baldé

Presidential Candidate

Thursday, 18 December – 23:15 GMT

Amadou Bah Oury

Campaign Director for Candidate Mamadi Doumbouya

Friday, 19 December – 08:15 & 15:15 GMT

Hadja Makalé Camara

President, Front for the National Alliance (FAN)

Thursday, 18 December – 19:45 & 22:15 GMT

Abdoulaye Kourouma

President, Rally for Renewal and Development (RRD)

Saturday, 20 December – 19:45 & 22:15 GMT

Ibrahima Abe Sylla

President, New Generation for the Republic (NGR)

Monday, 22 December – 19:45 & 22:15 GMT

Africa News Room – 52-Minute Special Debates

In-depth debates and analyses featuring candidates or their representatives alongside Guinean and international experts:

  • Women’s Leadership & Political Representation
    Wednesday, 17 December – 17:15 & 20:15 GMT
     
  • Youth Employment & Human Capital Development
    Friday, 19 December – 17:15 & 20:15 GMT
     
  • Good Governance & Anti-Corruption
    Saturday, 21 December – 17:15 & 20:15 GMT
     
  • Mining, Environment & Sustainable Resource Management
    Tuesday, 23 December – 17:15 & 20:15 GMT
     
  • Guinea of Talents
    Thursday, 25 December – 17:15 & 20:15 GMT

Africa24 Group – 360° Coverage & Global Reach

“Guinea Presidential Election 2025” will be available live, replay and on-demand across all platforms:

  • AFRICA24 French (Channel 249) & AFRICA24 English (Channel 254) – Canal+ Afrique
     
  • myafrica24, Africa’s first HD streaming platform
     
  • www.Africa24TV.com, providing full access to all programmes

Africa24 Group reaches over 120 million households worldwide.

– on behalf of AFRICA24 Group.

Contact:
Communications Department – Africa24 Group
Gaëlle Stella Oyono
Email: onana@africa24tv.com
Tel. :+237 691 30 03 40 
www.Africa24TV.com

Social Media:
@ africa24tv

About Africa24 Group:
Founded in 2009, Africa24 Group is the leading pan-African television and digital media group, operating four Full HD channels broadcast through the world’s major TV platforms. A trusted reference among African decision-makers and executives, Africa24 French and Africa24 English are pioneers and leaders in African news broadcasting.

The Group has expanded its leadership through:

  • Africa24 Sport – Africa’s first 24/7 sports news and competition channel
     
  • Africa24 Infinity – The first channel dedicated to Africa’s creative industries, highlighting youth talent in art, culture, music, fashion, and design

Africa24 Channels

  • AFRICA24 TV – Leading African news channel in French

  • AFRICA24 English – Leading African news channel in English
     
  • AFRICA24 Infinity – Creative industries & cultural talents
     
  • AFRICA24 Sport – Sports news & competitions

Africa24 Group also operates myafrica24, the first global HD streaming platform dedicated to Africa, available on all screens. The Group reaches over 120 million households through major operators including Canal+, Bouygues, Orange, Bell, and boasts over 8 million digital followers worldwide.

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Guinée Présidentielle 2025 : Le Groupe Africa24 vous offre une couverture inédite

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La République de Guinée élira ce 28 décembre 2025 son président pour un nouveau mandat. Ce scrutin présidentiel marque une étape décisive dans la construction démocratique, de l’intégration régionale et la valorisation des immenses richesses minières au service du peuple.

Le Groupe Africa24 déploie un dispositif éditorial bilingue (français-anglais) exceptionnel afin de permettre aux citoyens, décideurs et à l’opinion nationale, régionale, continentale et mondiale de découvrir toute la diversité, les richesses et les aspirations profondes de la Guinée.

Découvrez la Guinée ici : https://apo-opa.co/4pCiwhw

FACE À L’AFRIQUE, Interviews des candidats, débats inédits sur les grands enjeux, Journal de Campagne et reportages immersifs

A travers Africa24 et Africa24 English, découvrez notre dispositif TV & Digital exceptionnel avec une programmation inédite.

INTERVIEW : Candidats et leaders dévoilent leurs programmes dans un entretien exclusif avec Amadou BAH OURY ; Abdoulaye YERO BALDE, Hadja Makalé CAMARA ; Abdoulaye KOUROUMA ; Ibrahima ABE SYLLA

JOURNAL DE CAMPAGNE : Nos reporters vous font vivre au quotidien, les meetings et propositions des candidats et leurs portraits ; les attentes des Centrafricains, une carte postale des régions et sites phares.                      

https://apo-opa.co/4qiSznh

AFRICA NEWSROOM (ANR) : 5 grands débats inédits avec des leaders sur : Enjeux du Leadership Féminin ; Défis de l’emploi jeunes et du Développement Humain ; Enjeux de la Bonne Gouvernance ; Mines et gestion des ressources Naturelles ; La Guinée des Talents

Guinée Présidentielle 2025 les Interviews et Débats

Interview : Rencontres exclusives avec les candidats déclarés qui se dévoilent et détaillent leurs visions pour la Guinée de demain.

Abdoulaye Yéro Baldé

Candidat à la Présidentielle

Jeudi 18 Décembre : 23H15 GMT

AMADOU BAH OURY

Directeur de campagne du candidat Mamadi Doumbouya

Vendredi 19 Décembre : 08H15 // 15H15 GMT

Hadja Makalé Camara

Présidente du Front pour l’Alliance nationale (FAN)

Jeudi 18 Décembre 

19H45 // 22H15 GMT

Abdoulaye Kourouma

Président du Rassemblement pour la renaissance et le développement (RRD)

Samedi 20 Décembre  19H45 // 22H15 GMT

Ibrahima Abe Sylla

Président du parti Nouvelle génération pour la République (NGR)

Lundi 22 Décembre  19H45 // 22H15 GMT

Africa News Room : 52 minutes de débat et d’analyses avec les candidats ou leurs représentants face à des experts guinéens et internationaux sur les grands défis du pays

Enjeux du leadership féminin et de la représentativité des femmes dans les hautes intances de décision

Mercredi 17 Décembre 

17H15 // 20H15 GMT

Défis de l’emploi jeune et développement du capital humain

Vendredi 19 Décembre 

17H15 // 20H15 GM

Enjeux de la bonne gouvernance et la lutte contre la corruption

Samedi 21 Décembre  

17H15 // 20H15 GMT

Mines, environnement et gestion durable des ressources naturelles

Mardi 23 Décembre  

17H15 // 20H15 GMT

La Guinée des Talents

Jeudi 25 Décembre  

17H15 // 20H15 GMT

Le Groupe Africa24 Une couverture 360° et une diffusion mondiale pour 120 millions de foyers

Retrouvez « Guinée Présidentielle 2025 » Disponible en direct, replay et à la demande sur tous vos écrans :

  • AFRICA24 en français (chaîne 249) et AFRICA24 English (chaîne 254) du bouquet Canal+ Afrique
  • Sur myafrica24 la première plateforme de streaming HD de l’Afrique.
  • Sur www.Africa24TV.com qui vous offre accès intégral à tous les programmes

Avec le Groupe Africa24, Ensemble, transformons l’Afrique.

Distribué par APO Group pour AFRICA24 Group.

Contact :
Direction de la Communication – Groupe Africa24
Gaëlle Stella Oyono
Email : onana@africa24tv.com
Tél. : +237 691 30 03 40
www.Africa24TV.com

Réseaux sociaux :
@ africa24tv

A Propos du Groupe Africa24 :
Initié en 2009, le Groupe Africa 24 est le premier éditeur TV & média digital du continent avec 4 chaînes full HD en diffusion dans les plus grands bouquets. Leader chez les décideurs et cadres dirigeants du continent, Africa 24 en Français et Africa 24 English, le Groupe est le pionnier et leader des chaînes d’informations sur l’Afrique. Africa 24 a renforcé ce leadership à travers le sport avec Africa24 Sport, première chaine en Afrique dédié à l’information sportive et aux compétitions et Africa24 Infinity, première chaîne dédiée aux industries créatives qui valorisent le génie créatif de la jeunesse africaine dans l’art, la culture, la musique, la mode, le design…

Première marque audiovisuelle du continent, le Groupe AFRICA24 dispose de 4 chaînes de télévisions en full HD chacune leader dans son segment :

  • AFRICA24 TV : Leader de l’information Africaine en Français, édité par AMedia
  • AFRICA24 English : Leader de l’Information Africaine exclusivement en Anglais
  • AFRICA24 Infinity : La chaîne des talents créatifs dédiée à la Musique, l’art, la culture.
  • AFRICA24 Sport : Première chaîne d’information sportive et des compétitions

Le Groupe AFRICA24 édite myafrica24 (Google store et App Store), la première plateforme de streaming HD mondiale sur l’Afrique disponible sur tous les écrans (Télévision, tablette, smartphone, ordinateurs) …Plus de 120 millions de foyers ont accès aux chaînes du Groupe Africa24 à travers les plus grands opérateurs : Canal+, Bouygues, Orange, Bell…et plus de 8 millions d’abonnés sur les différentes plateformes digitales et réseaux sociaux.

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