During the meeting, Antonio and Virani also reviewed bilateral issues, as well as the coordination system reform of the multilateral body, which promote global peace and security, the socioeconomic development and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms.

According to the MIREX, the two officials discussed about the upcoming special summit of fight against terrorism and the unconstitutional regime changes in Africa, to be held in Malabo, Equatorial Guinea, in May.

The call to the forum was decided by the recent summit of heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU), whose sessions were held in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia.

According to AU leaders, the increase in coups d’etat, manifestations of violent extremism and terrorist actions threaten peace and stability, and endanger diversity and the political inclusion on the continent.

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