The second ministerial conference of the Khartoum Process commenced on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, with Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates, Badr Abdelatty, presiding over the session.
Held in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, the gathering brought together officials to exchange views and strengthen cooperation on migration-related matters, particularly the movement of people from East Africa to Europe. Delegations from participating countries assembled for a group photo before the formal proceedings began.
Egypt assumed the presidency of the Khartoum Process in April 2024 and continues to lead the initiative, which involves 40 members. These include nations from the European Union, Switzerland, Norway, East Africa, and the Horn of Africa, along with the EU Commission and the African Union Commission. Key international partners such as the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) also take part in the process.
Established on November 28, 2014, during a ministerial meeting in Rome, the Khartoum Process serves as a political dialogue platform for countries along key migration corridors between the Horn of Africa and Europe. It fosters collaboration and mutual understanding on issues related to migration, including human trafficking and migrant smuggling.
The process encourages member states to design and implement concrete initiatives aimed at tackling migration-related challenges. It also promotes regional cooperation between countries of origin, transit, and destination, advocating for a balanced and shared approach to managing migration flows.
During its current term as chair, Egypt has prioritized advancing work across critical themes. These include expanding legal migration channels, incorporating humanitarian and development efforts into migration strategies, addressing displacement driven by climate change, and intensifying efforts to combat trafficking and smuggling.
By continuing its leadership, Egypt aims to reinforce dialogue and practical cooperation among member states, laying the groundwork for a more comprehensive and coordinated response to migration dynamics across regions.