We value the Africa Union-European Union partnership that is built on shared values and mutual interests, and a common commitment to cooperation for the good of the peoples of our two continents. We are proud of the progress made over the past 25 years and look forward to strengthening the AU-EU partnership to secure prosperous and peaceful continents where every citizen can thrive. Attended the opening of the two-day 7th AU-EU Summit, Luanda, Angola.(William Samoei Ruto, PhD)