Stakeholders from across Cameroon gathered at the National Assembly to commemorate the 45th International Day of Peace. Parliamentarians from both Chambers, representatives of the United Nations system, members of the diplomatic corps, civil society organizations, development partners, and peace actors convened to reflect on actionable pathways toward sustainable national peace.

The commemoration served as a vital platform to honor the memory of conflict victims and recognize the resilience demonstrated by affected communities. Attendees reaffirmed their shared commitment to advancing dialogue, social cohesion, reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence across all regions of the country.

Marking a historic milestone, the National Assembly and the Senate jointly championed the national peace agenda through this high-level event. Their unified leadership delivered a powerful signal that lasting peace can only be achieved when institutions actively embrace it, citizens drive it, and communities build it together.

During the ceremony, United Nations Resident Coordinator Dr. Issa Sanogo delivered the official message of the UN Secretary-General. He highlighted the imperative of solidarity, open dialogue, and coordinated collective action to accelerate both peace and sustainable development across the nation.

The high-level gathering concluded with a renewed collective determination to convert parliamentary commitment into tangible community action. By bridging institutional frameworks with grassroots peacebuilding, Cameroon’s leaders and international partners reiterated their shared vision for a harmonious and prosperous future.