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Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17840" class="ubermenu-current-menu-item ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17808" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17808 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, Stephanie Sullivan Welcome reception – October 30, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-7001-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-7001 ubermenu-item-7001-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16402" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-current-post-ancestor ubermenu-current-menu-parent ubermenu-current-post-parent ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16402 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Speeches</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16402 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17840" class="ubermenu-current-menu-item ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17808" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17808 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, Stephanie Sullivan Welcome reception – October 30, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16410-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16410 ubermenu-item-16410-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16403" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-current-post-ancestor ubermenu-current-menu-parent ubermenu-current-post-parent ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16403 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Events</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16403 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17840" class="ubermenu-current-menu-item ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17808" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17808 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-u-s-ambassador-to-the-african-union-stephanie-sullivan-welcome-reception-october-30-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Stephanie-Sullivan-Welcome-reception--750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, Stephanie Sullivan Welcome reception – October 30, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16411-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16411 ubermenu-item-16411-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16404" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-current-post-ancestor ubermenu-current-menu-parent ubermenu-current-post-parent ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16404 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Ambassador</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16404 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17834" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17834 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2024 United States, Marine Corps Ball, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Addis Ababa, November 9, 2024</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17840" class="ubermenu-current-menu-item ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17840 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-s-sullivan-at-the-closing-ceremony-of-africa-celebrates-november-8-2024-mandela-hall-african-union/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-175x105.jpeg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-750x450.jpeg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16412-post-17293" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16412 ubermenu-item-16412-post-17293 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/ambassador-lapenn-joins-au-world-aids-day-commemoration/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2022-11-30-Amb-at-AU-WAD_2_30-1-e1669882528101-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Ambassador Lapenn Joins AU World AIDS Day Commemoration</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16405" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16405 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/security-and-emergency-messages/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Security & Emergency Messages</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16405 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li class="ubermenu-item"></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16406" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16406 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/visas/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Visas</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16406 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16414-post-17479" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16414 ubermenu-item-16414-post-17479 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/visa-restrictions-for-undermining-the-democratic-process-in-uganda/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Visa Restrictions for Undermining the Democratic Process in Uganda</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16407" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16407 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/education/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Education</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16407 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16415-post-17826" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16415 ubermenu-item-16415-post-17826 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-sullivan-humphrey-alumni-global-policy-dialogue-skylight-hotel-addis-ababa-ethiopia-august-23/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-175x105.jpg 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/HHH-Global-Policy-Dialogue-750x450.jpg 750w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue, August 23,2024" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Remarks by Ambassador Sullivan Humphrey Alumni Global Policy Dialogue Skylight Hotel Addis Ababa, Ethiopia August 23</span></a></li></ul></li><li id="menu-item-16408" class="ubermenu-tab ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-taxonomy ubermenu-item-object-category ubermenu-item-has-children ubermenu-item-16408 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-full ubermenu-has-submenu-drop" data-ubermenu-trigger="mouseover" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-item-layout-default ubermenu-content-align-right ubermenu-item-layout-text_only" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/alumni/"><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Alumni</span><i class='ubermenu-sub-indicator fas fa-angle-down'></i></a><ul class="ubermenu-tab-content-panel ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-3-4 ubermenu-submenu ubermenu-submenu-id-16408 ubermenu-submenu-type-tab-content-panel ubermenu-autoclear ubermenu-submenu-retractor-top" ><li class="ubermenu-retractor ubermenu-retractor-desktop"><i class="fas fa-times"></i></li><li id="menu-item-16416-post-17218" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16416 ubermenu-item-16416-post-17218 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header ubermenu-item-level-3 ubermenu-column ubermenu-column-1-4" ><a class="ubermenu-target ubermenu-target-with-image ubermenu-item-layout-image_above ubermenu-content-align-left" href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/young-african-leaders-initiative-yali-empowers-women/"><img class="ubermenu-image ubermenu-image-size-ubermenu-image" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-175x105.png 175w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-350x210.png 350w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal.png 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/2015/12/default-blog-seal-200x120.png 200w" sizes="(max-width: 175px) 100vw, 175px" width="175" height="105" alt="Great Seal of the United States" /><span class="ubermenu-target-title ubermenu-target-text">Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Empowers Women</span></a></li><li id="menu-item-16416-post-17191" class="ubermenu-item ubermenu-item-type-custom ubermenu-item-object-ubermenu-custom ubermenu-dynamic-post ubermenu-item-16416 ubermenu-item-16416-post-17191 ubermenu-item-auto ubermenu-item-header 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Sullivan at the Closing Ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union</span></span> </span> </div> </div>   <div id="main" class="wrap container " role="document"> <div class="content row"> <div class="mo-wrapper"> <main class="main"> <article class="post-17840 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-africa category-ambassador category-culture category-events category-news category-press-releases category-public-affairs category-speeches"> <div class="mo-featured-image"> <img width="1080" height="684" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambo-Pic-2-1080x684.jpeg" class="page-feature wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" title="Ambassador Sullivan at Africa Celebrates" /> </div> <div class="feature-caption"> <figcaption class="wp-caption-text"> Ambassador S. Sullivan at the Closing ceremony of “Africa Celebrates”, November 8, 2024, Mandela Hall, African Union </figcaption> </div> <div class="entry-content"> <p>Excellencies, Your Royal Majesties, Traditional Leaders, Honored Guests, Sisters, Brothers, and Youth: Good morning, and thank you for joining us at the iconic Mandela Hall for the closing of <em>Africa Celebrates. </em>It’s an honor to be here with you, not just to witness this extraordinary event, but to share in the celebration of Africa’s unity, diversity, and the incredible potential that lies ahead for this continent. I’d like to start by thanking Lexy Mojo-Eyes and his team, who’ve organized such a spectacular, multi-day event. Let’s give them a big round of applause!</p> <p>It’s no easy feat managing the logistics of such a complicated celebration, with so many moving parts. It’s a true test of discipline, strength, vision, and persistence. And the same can be said for the work that’s happening across this continent today. Africa’s story is one of strength – strength that emerges from diversity. From its rich cultures, languages, and traditions to its innovative spirit and resilience in the face of challenge, Africa has always been a continent of vision, vitality, and profound transformation. What we celebrate today reflects that journey. <em>Africa Celebrates</em> offers us the opportunity to shine a spotlight on the creativity, entrepreneurial dynamism, and contributions of the remarkable people across the Continent. Indeed, this is a continent where history and heritage are not only cherished but also serve as a valuable foundation in building the future. From thriving local businesses, cutting-edge tech startups, and vibrant artistic movements to transformative social innovations, Africans are not simply participating in the global conversation – they are also shaping it.</p> <p>I’ve had the honor of working throughout Africa and am proud to represent the United States – a nation that forms a significant part of Africa’s Sixth Region: the Diaspora. The bonds between Africa and the Diaspora are deep and personal, and I’m committed to ensuring these connections continue to strengthen, at the diplomatic, economic, and grassroots levels. Just over a year ago, my country established the President’s Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, aimed at enhancing dialogue between United States officials and the African Diaspora. The African Diaspora in the United States, a rich and diverse community of African Americans and African immigrants, is foundational to our 21st century partnership with Africa. This community has long advocated for the prosperity of the African continent and its people and has strengthened the unique relationship between the United States and Africa. Nowhere is this linkage more apparent than in the areas of trade, investment, entertainment, and tourism – critical pillars that have the power to fuel economic growth and uplift communities across the Continent.</p> <p>These sectors are engines of opportunity – opportunities that especially empower Africa’s youth and women, who are already driving this continent’s future. This is why the U.S. government’s Prosper Africa Initiative has prioritized improving the business climate and expanding trade and investment opportunities with our partners across the Continent. Prosper Africa brings together services from across the U.S. Government to help companies and investors do business in U.S. and African markets. Because we know that the more business opportunities there are, the more constructively involved, the youth can be. I’ve been privileged to witness the remarkable potential of Africa’s youth, and I’m more convinced than ever that the future of this continent is safely in their hands. Whether through entrepreneurship, technology, or education, Africa’s young people are already leading the way, developing innovative solutions to local and global challenges – and we’ve seen many such examples this week. In fact, one of my favorite African sayings is, “When the youth beat the drums, the elders can also dance.”</p> <p>As the U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, I represent the United States as a steadfast partner in Africa’s journey. Our relationship with the African Union is rooted in mutual respect, shared values, and a strong commitment to supporting Africa’s aspirations. To gain the full benefit of the knowledge and voices of African countries in matters of international peace and security, the United States supports creating two permanent seats for Africa on the UN Security Council. And this is why the United States welcomed the African Union’s permanent membership in the G-20 group of the world’s largest economies. This collaboration is not just about diplomacy; it’s about fostering tangible change through peace, security, accountable governance, and sustainable economic development. These frameworks lay the groundwork for continued partnership with an Africa that is integrated, self-sustaining, and resilient. Together, they present a vision of an Africa where nations work together to tackle common challenges, pursue common opportunities, and lift up every community. This is the shared vision we believe in, and support, which makes possible “The Africa We Want,” as articulated in Agenda 2063. Pan-African events such as this play an indispensable role in this vision, providing a forum where people from different African nations can unite to advance shared goals. It’s a platform for collaboration, for dialogue, and for charting a future that reflects Africa’s priorities and ambitions.</p> <p>The United States is committed to working together to address challenges, support Africa’s growth, and contribute to the initiatives that matter most. In today’s interconnected world, no country or region can succeed alone. The global challenges we face, require collective action. The United States is proud to be part of this partnership, and we know that together, we can help build solutions that are inclusive, sustainable, and transformative. When zi reflect on the connections between Africa and the United States,</p> <p>I think of the Pan-African vision of my fellow American W.E.B. Du Bois. Du Bois dedicated his life to uniting the African diaspora with the African continent. His tireless efforts to foster a sense of kinship and mutual support among people of African descent, regardless of geography, have left a lasting legacy. Du Bois believed that the strength of the African global community lay in its unity and shared purpose. His vision shows us that with determination, optimism, and a commitment to our common goals, there is no challenge too great.</p> <p>As we celebrate today, let’s also renew our commitment to this enduring partnership. Together, through respect, collaboration, and shared values, we can unlock the vast potential of Africa – and Africans – not only for the benefit of Africa, but for the world. Thank you for this inclusive celebration of PanAfricanism!</p> <p style="text-align: center">###</p> <p class="byline author vcard bottom-topics">By <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/author/usmissiontheafricanunion/" rel="author" class="fn">U.S. Mission to The African Union</a> | 8 November, 2024 | Topics: <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/regions/africa/" title="Africa">Africa</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/ambassador/" title="Ambassador">Ambassador</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/culture/" title="Culture">Culture</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/events/" title="Events">Events</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/news/" title="News">News</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/press-releases/" title="Press Releases">Press Releases</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/public-affairs/" title="Public Affairs">Public Affairs</a>, <a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/category/speeches/" title="Speeches">Speeches</a></p> </div> <div id="suggested" class="mo-related-articles-post-footer suggested"><div class="my-recent-posts"><span class="rel-title">Suggested for You</span><ul> <li class="suggested-item"><div class="blogrollbox suggested-item" ><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/" class="darken suggested-item-link"> <img width="750" height="450" src="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg" class="img-responsive suggested-item-img wp-post-image" alt="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" decoding="async" srcset="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-750x450.jpg 750w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-1140x684.jpg 1140w, https://www.usau.usmission.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/272/Ambassador-Sullivan-at-the-2024-Marine-Ball-1-175x105.jpg 175w" sizes="(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px" title="Ambassador Sullivan at the 2024 Marine Ball" /></a></div> <h5><a href="https://www.usau.usmission.gov/remarks-by-ambassador-stephanie-s-sullivan-at-the-2024-united-states-marine-corps-ball-hyatt-regency-hotel-addis-ababa-november-9-2024/">Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. 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