In a world marked by political tensions and regional crises, Prof. Robert DUSSEY, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Togo, has reaffirmed a clear and courageous position: “Togo is against sanctions and against coups d’état, but we prioritize peace and dialogue rather than war.”
A Pragmatic and Realistic Vision
Faced with the complex realities of coups in Africa, the President of the Togolese Republic H.E. Faure E. GNASSINGBÉ has chosen to promote dialogue instead of encouraging violence or military interventions. This position, firmly held by the President of the Republic and his government, demonstrates a responsible and peaceful approach to crisis management.
A Courageous Bet on Diplomacy
Despite pressure from certain international powers and neighboring countries, Togo has firmly maintained its position. Today, those who criticized this stance are finally joining the camp of reason. This demonstrates the relevance and accuracy of this vision.
A Call for Peace
This is not a question of weakness, but of courage. Being a peacemaker in a world that often favors confrontation requires exceptional strength and conviction. This is Togo’s choice, and it inspires all of Africa.
In this interview, the Minister described a subtle and effective diplomatic approach to crises in Africa: “We put the carrot in front and the stick behind.” This expression perfectly illustrates the Togolese vision of prioritizing negotiation and dialogue (the carrot) before any confrontation or sanctions (the stick). For Togo, it’s about building peaceful and sustainable solutions, even in complex contexts like coups d’état or regional tensions.
Togo supports neither blind sanctions nor war. As Robert Dussey emphasized: We must be realistic about coups d’état. Responding with war solves nothing, and it’s the population that suffers the most.
This approach recognizes the complexity of political situations in Africa and refuses simplistic solutions. It places the interests of populations at the heart of concerns, avoiding sanctions that often affect civilians more harshly than leaders.
Through Minister Robert DUSSEY, Togo demonstrates that a nation can maintain an independent and constructive position, even in the face of international pressure.