Fathallah Sijilmassi: A New Mission at the Heart of Africa’s Global Agenda
New International Mission for Fathallah Sijilmassi
Fathallah Sijilmassi, a prominent Moroccan diplomat, has been appointed as the Special Envoy of the African Union (AU) for the G20 and global affairs. This role positions him at the center of dialogue between Africa and leading global governance platforms.
On September 18, 2026, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, the President of the African Union Commission, announced Sijilmassi’s appointment. According to the AU, this mission aims to enhance the continent’s strategic engagement with the G20 and other key international and multilateral platforms.
Sijilmassi will play a vital role in facilitating consultations with member states and international partners to promote better coordination of African positions on major global issues, including global governance, international financial architecture, trade, sustainable development, climate change, and technology.
An International Journey
This new responsibility is a continuation of Sijilmassi’s extensive background in diplomacy, economic negotiations, and international cooperation. He has previously served as Morocco’s ambassador to France, the director of the Moroccan Investment Development Agency, and as the Secretary-General of the Union for the Mediterranean.
His new mission broadens his scope of action to encompass the entire African continent and tackle significant global governance challenges.
A New Milestone
With this appointment, the African Union aims to strengthen its dialogue capacity with major powers and international institutions.
For Fathallah Sijilmassi, this marks a significant new chapter in a career dedicated to international relations, now directly aligned with African priorities within global forums.
