The Sovereign Order of Malta and the Republic of Burundi have established full diplomatic relations. On 25 October, the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Burundi to the African Union, Ambassador Willy Nyamitwe, and Ambassador Michael Murphy, the Permanent Representative of the Order of Malta to the African Union, signed a  protocol of agreement in Addis Ababa – Ethiopia – for the establishment of diplomatic relations.

“Together we can work to strengthen our efforts in health care, education, and social services, ensuring that the most marginalized in our societies receive the support they need. The Sovereign Order of Malta stands ready to partner with the Republic of Burundi in these endeavours, leveraging our extensive network of aid and resources to foster sustainable development and improve the lives of those we serve” stated Ambassador Murphy on the occasion of the ceremony.

The Republic of Burundi becomes the 39th African nation to entertain diplomatic relations with the Sovereign Order of Malta.

The number of countries with which the Sovereign Order of Malta enjoys diplomatic relations thus rises to 114.