Nigeria and Hungary Explore Deeper Ties at AU-EU Summit

Vice President Kashim Shettima has held talks with Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok on the sidelines of the 7th African Union-European Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, discussing ways to boost cooperation between the two nations.

“Vice President Shettima’s engagement with President Sulyok underscores Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening its global partnerships,” said Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President’s spokesman.

The meeting focused on enhancing collaboration in trade, investment, technology, and education, with both leaders expressing optimism about the potential for growth.

Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, emphasized Nigeria’s interest in deepening economic ties with Hungary.

“We are eager to expand our partnership and explore new areas of cooperation.”

The Vice President’s diplomatic outreach at the AU-EU summit reflects Nigeria’s proactive approach to international relations.

The summit, addressing peace, security, governance, and multilateralism, provided a platform for Nigeria and Hungary to explore mutual interests.

“The talks were productive, and we look forward to implementing the agreements reached,” Nkwocha added.

Persecondnews recalls that on Monday Shettima arrived in Luanda on Monday for the 7th African Union–European Union Summit.

Shettima, who reached the Protocol Hall venue at about 2:00 p.m. local time, is standing in for the President following Tinubu’s decision to remain in Nigeria to address heightened security concerns after the abduction of more than 300 people within a week.

The Vice President travelled from Johannesburg late Sunday, shortly after representing Tinubu at the G20 summit.

He entered the summit venue alongside the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar.

According to officials familiar with his schedule, Shettima’s engagements during the two-day summit will centre on strengthening Africa–EU collaboration on security, trade, and regional stability.

He is expected to participate in two thematic sessions focusing on Peace, Security, Migration, and Mobility.

Although the official programme does not list him as a public speaker, diplomatic sources said he will deliver Nigeria’s statement during a four-hour closed-door session on Monday.

This year’s summit, themed “Promoting Peace and Prosperity through Effective Multilateralism,” is co-chaired by Angola’s President and current AU chairperson, João Lourenço, alongside the President of the European Council, António Costa.