President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has reaffirmed Namibia's belief that diplomacy, dialogue, and effective multilateralism remain indispensable.

This comes at a time when the international system is under increasing strain from geopolitical rivalries and economic fragmentation.

Namibia and Ireland have reaffirmed full commitment to multilateralism, a rules-based international order, as well as the shared interest in the promotion of women's empowerment and peace initiatives.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged countries considered part of the Global South to work together as members of the Commonwealth bloc.

Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah held brief discussions with the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, at State House.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on young people to actively engage in global issues and defend multilateralism, which she warned is under increasing threat.

The new Secretary-General of the Commonwealth has urged the bloc to stand in unison with countries daily targeted by attacks.

Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey made the call in her inaugural address and pledged to advance the values of the Commonwealth Charter, delivered on Wednesday.

Born in the immediate aftermath of the Second World War in 1945, this year marks the 80th anniversary of the United Nations.

UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed says the road since its formation has not been easy, adding that the world body is now confronting never-before-seen challenges.

Namibia's consistent calls for peace, the adoption of the historic Pact of the Future, and commitment to multilateralism strongly characterised its diplomatic engagements in 2024.

In the SADC Region, Namibia is known for its stable political and economic environment.