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The Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organization (AAPSO) is a mass non-governmental organization with national committees in more than 90 countries in Asia and Africa, and has associate member committees in Europe and Latin America
70 years on, principles of Bandung Conference can guide Global South
The Indian Express
70 years on, principles of Bandung Conference can guide Global South
The Global South has to be at the forefront of shaping the evolving multipolar world focused on an equitable global community. The architects of Bandung would expect nothing less of us
By Anil Sooklal
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the first Asia-Africa summit, which took place in Bandung, Indonesia from April 18 to 24, 1955. Twenty-nine newly independent Asian and African countries met in what was a historical gathering of the leaders of the developing south, recently freed from the devastation brought upon their countries by the ravages of colonial rule. Bandung was to set in motion a new wave of south-south cooperation and solidarity and served as the precursor of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). The conveners of the conference were driven by the common goals of seeking to chart a new course of sovereign, independent and collective action in addressing the most pressing challenges as newly independent, developing nations dissatisfied with being at the margins of the global stage.
The reluctance and continued hegemonic actions by the former colonial overlords and other Western powers in their interactions with countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America served as a key factor in bringing the leaders together. For South Africa, the Bandung Conference was a critical platform to bring global attention to the oppressive apartheid regime that governed the country through White minority rule. The African National Congress (ANC), the foremost liberation organisation championing the freedom of the country both within and internationally, sent two delegates to the conference —Moses Kotane and Maulvi Chachalia — to lobby support internationally for South Africa’s freedom struggle. The core principles that catalysed the coming together of Asian and African leaders are as relevant today as they were in 1955. These included political independence, mutual respect for sovereignty, non-aggression and non-interference in internal affairs.
Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organisation named official sponsor of 3rd Hydrogen in Africa
22 April 2025
Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organisation named official sponsor of 3rd Hydrogen in Africa
Egypt hosting Hydrogen-Africa Conference boosts the continent’s opportunities to export clean energy to Europe
Ambassador Mohamed El-Orabi, Chairman of the Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organisation and former Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed Cairo’s hosting of the 3rd International Hydrogen in Africa Exhibition and Conference.
The event is organized by the German organization Afrika-Verein in cooperation with INP Egypt and Master Point for conference and exhibition management and will take place on 28 and 29 October, following two successful editions in Hamburg.
This came during his meeting with Eng. Alaa Kamal, Vice President of the German Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce and Chairman of INP Egypt; Mohamed Sweid, Chairman of Master Point; and Ramy Galal, the conference’s media coordinator.
El-Orabi announced that the Afro-Asian Peoples’ Solidarity Organization will officially sponsor the conference, which he said enhances Africa’s opportunities to invest in, produce, and export clean energy to the European Union.
He noted that the event will serve as a platform for governments, investors, and experts to come together.
For his part, Eng. Alaa Kamal, Vice President of the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce, stated that the Hydrogen-Africa Conference and Expo aims to broaden investment horizons and encourage European hydrogen-consuming companies to collaborate with African nations.
Kamal added that Egypt was chosen to host the event due to the government’s commitment to expanding clean energy production, incentives it provides for implementing such projects, and its strong relations and strategic partnerships with the European Union.
For more than 90 years, the German-African Business Association (Afrika-Verein) has been dedicated to fostering strong economic ties between Germany and Africa. As a leading foreign trade organization, it works with over 500 companies across Germany, Europe, and Africa, providing comprehensive insights into markets and countries. The association also acts as a vital platform for dialogue and networking, while vigorously advocating for the interests of its members at both national and international levels.
Governor of South Sinai receives the delegation of the African Asian Union
Governor of South Sinai, Major General Dr. Khaled Fouda receives the delegation of the African Asian Union (AFASU) headed by Dr. Hossam Darwish in his office in Sharm El-Sheikh
Fouda is considering holding a number of sporting and tourism events and establishing green tourism projects.
Major General Dr. Khaled Fouda, Governor of South Sinai, received a delegation from the African-Asian Union
It is headed by Dr. Hossam Darwish, Major General Hossam Badr El-Din, Secretary-General of the Union, Dr. Abdel Badie El-Dada, Head of the Union’s Lebanon Office, and Abbas Ramadan, a well-known investor and businessman in Africa and the Middle East.
AAPSO mourns the death of the secretary-general Mr. Nouri Abdul Razzak Hussain
Afro Asian people's Solidarity Organization - AAPSO mourns the death of the secretary-general Mr. Nouri Abdul Razzak Hussain who passed away Monday morning, 25 March 2024.
Mr. Nouri devoted his life struggling for freedom and solidarity of Afro Asian countries. The late deceased was a great Iraqi thinker and politician. He took over as the secretary-general of the Afro Asian people's Solidarity Organization from 1981.
The Invitation to attend the 19th Summit in Kampala from 19 to 20 January 2024.T
The Invitation to attend the 19th Summit in Kampala from 19 to 20 January 2024
Mr. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni
President of the Republic of Uganda and Host of 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement
We would like to extend our warm greeting to your Excellency and have the honor to write to you in reference to the Invitation to attend the 19th Summit in Kampala from 19 to 20 January 2024.
In this Regard, I would like to thank you for this kind Invitation and inform you that AAPSO delegation will be:-
1- Dr. Helmi El-Hadidi - President of AAPSO
2- Mr. Mohamed Abo ElMagd Ahmed Aly
3- Mr. Nezar Ali Zaid El-Khaled - assistant to AAPSO Secretary General
Best regards
Afro –Asian peoples’ solidarity organization
VPC's deep concern over Hamas-Israel escalating conflict
Vietnam Peace Committee
November 7, 2023
VPC's deep concern over Hamas-Israel escalating conflict
Dear Comrades and Friends,
The Viet Nam Peace Committee (VPC) expresses our profound concern over the escalating violence between Hamas and Israel forces that has claimed thousands of civilian lives, damaged humanitarian facilities and essential infrastructure. We have also been concerned about the fate of all hostages and the difficult circumstances in Gaza.
International Day of Peace Maintain world Peace and Stability
International Day of Peace
Maintain world Peace and Stability
By: prof. Helmi El Hadidi
Today the world observing the 41th anniversary of the international day of Peace, a day originally established by the United nations General assembly.
We live in a world where our greatest challenges are shared, and global challenges require global solutions. That is what makes multilateral institutions, and the nongovernmental organization such as AAPSO and CAPAD so valuable .
Situation in Sudan
The Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organization expresses its deep sadness and sorrow for the victims of the unprecedented flood disaster in Sudan and reassures its full solidarity with the brotherly Sudanese people in this cruel plight to which they were subjected and that had led to demolishing homes, blocking roads, collapsing bridges, sinking villages and cities, thousands of civilian casualties, displacement of a very large number of people who have no shelter and losing source of income for a significant number of people.
Declaration AAPSO Endorses Al-Ibrahami Initiative "In Support of the Palestinian People"
The Afro-Asian Peoples' Solidarity Organization declares its support for the initiative launched by the veteran politician and former Algerian Foreign Minister, Al-Akhdar Al-Ibrahimi. It is an international initiative to support the Palestinian people in recovering and defending their rights.
Hiroshima and Nagasaki
On 6th August 1945, an atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima by US air forces. This was the first time a nuclear weapon had ever been used; the fireball created by the bomb destroyed 13 square kilometres of the city, and those dead as a result numbered up to 180,000.
