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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2017 - 1:45:37 AM |
The
Organization of American States (OAS) congratulates Mme. Michaƫlle Jean
on her recent election as Secretary General of the International
Organization of La Francophonie (IOF). The OAS looks forward to working
closely with La Francophonie under the leadership of Secretary General
Jean to strengthen cooperation between both organizations.
Prior to her election, Secretary General Jean worked closely with
the OAS on issues affecting youth at risk, the global Haitian Diaspora,
and other hemispheric issues of critical importance. Her steadfast
leadership ability and commitment to democracy and development is
noteworthy, and the OAS looks forward to strengthening this partnership
as Mme Jean assumes her postion as Secretary General of the IOF.
The OAS also extends its thanks and appreciation to the former
Secretary General Abdou Diouf for his tireless efforts as head of La
Francophonie. Under his leadership, the OAS and IOF signed a Cooperation
Agreement strengthening democracy, electoral observation and the
exchange of best practices.
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