Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf’s candidacy for the leadership of pan-African organization signals Djibouti’s intent to introduce a fresh dynamic, backed by two decades of outstanding experience.
Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has held positions such as Director of Multilateral Affairs, Ambassador to Egypt and the Arab League, State Minister of International Cooperation, and Minister of Foreign Affairs.
The regional and international influence of Djiboutian diplomacy is intrinsically linked to his role and loyalty alongside President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh.
Djibouti offers the most qualified minister to Africa and the African Union. After completing brilliant studies at prestigious universities in Egypt, England, and France, minister Mahmoud returned home to serve his beloved Djibouti.
With exceptional integrity, he swiftly climbed the ladder at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
