Reference News Network, January 23 report: According to AFP, on January 22, the African Union announced that it has decided to lift sanctions imposed on the country after the coup in 2021, following Guinea's "successful organization of the presidential election" on December 28 last year.
The African Union Peace and Security Council welcomed "positive steps taken by the Republic of Guinea in implementing the political transition roadmap."
The AU congratulated former military government leader Mamadi Doumbouya on his election as president, "and encouraged him to fulfill his commitments and restore the dignity of the Guinean people."
The AU stated that due to the holding of elections, it has decided to "lift the ban on the participation of the Republic of Guinea in AU activities."
On the 17th, Doumbouya was sworn in as president in front of thousands of supporters. He won the election last month.
The Supreme Court of Guinea confirmed Doumbouya's victory on January 4, stating that he received 86.7% of the votes. (Translated by Qiu Fang)
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