A statement informed that body took note of President Donald Trump’s recent proclamation that fully limits and restricts the entry into the northern nation of citizens from Chad, Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.

While it “partially restricts and limits” natives of Burundi, Sierra Leone and Togo.

While recognizing the sovereign right of all nations to protect their borders and ensure the security of their citizens, the African Union Commission called on Washington to exercise it based on evidence and reflecting the long-standing partnership between the United States and Africa.

It expressed concern about the potential negative impact of such measures on people-to-people ties, educational exchange, trade collaboration and broader diplomatic relations carefully cultivated over decades.

Africa and the United States share an interest in promoting peace, prosperity and global cooperation, the text stressed.

The AU Commission respectfully urged the U.S. administration to consider adopting a more consultative approach and to engage in constructive dialogue with the affected countries.

It urged transparent communication and, where necessary, collaboration to address any underlying issues that may have motivated this decision.

The Commission stands ready to support efforts that promote understanding, resolve concerns and strengthen cooperation between Africa and the United States, the text concluded.

Other countries affected with Trump’s Proclamation “with deficiencies in screening and vetting, and which pose a very high risk to the United States” are Afghanistan and Burma.

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