2017 sera une année décisive pour le partenariat entre l’Europe et l’Afrique. Dans un paysage mondial en mutation rapide, l’Afrique connaît de profonds changements économiques, politiques et sociaux, et l’importance qu’elle revêt pour les dimensions intérieure et extérieure de la sécurité et de la prospérité de l’Europe est de plus en plus évidente. L’Europe et l’Afrique ont tout à gagner d’un renforcement de leurs liens politiques et économiques, mais elles ont aussi beaucoup à perdre si elles n'agissent pas.
2017 is a defining year for the partnership between Europe and Africa. In a rapidly changing global landscape, Africa is experiencing profound economic, political and societal changes, and its importance to the internal and external dimensions of Europe's security and prosperity is becoming ever more obvious. Europe and Africa have much to gain from increased political and economic ties, but also a lot to lose if they fail to act.
A declaração de hoje de uma "trégua sem prazos" entre o Governo e a Renamo é um desenvolvimento muito bem-vindo. Demonstra a crescente confiança entre as partes e contribui para a criação de um ambiente propício para a continuação das negociações de paz com vista a encontrar uma solução política sustentável. A União Europeia, membro do Grupo de Contacto, continua pronta a apoiar o processo.
Today's declaration of an indefinite truce between the Government and Renamo is a very welcome development. It shows the growing trust between the parties and helps to provide for a conducive environment for pursuing the peace talks towards a sustainable political solution. The European Union, a member of the Contact Group, continues to stand ready to assist the process.
