Multilateralism

The global order that so far shaped relations between Africa and Europe is shifting. Rising global levels of conflict expose the fragility of multilateral institutions that were once seen as pillars of global cooperation. At first glance, Africa and Europe may seem to sit on opposite sides of this transformation. Yet, for both, the functioning of an effective and legitimate multilateral peace and security architecture remains vital. As the multilateral system tries to survive a phase of profound strain, ECDPM and SAIIA have worked together to analyse where European and African positions converge and identify how the upcoming summit could help reinvigorate the EU–AU partnership as a driver of multilateral renewal.