German Unity Day in Cotonou: A Celebration of Friendship and Cooperation

Author: Gildas FOLYPublished on: October 23, 2026Country: Benin

World / InternationalPolitics

German Unity Day in Cotonou: A Celebration of Friendship and Cooperation

The German ambassador’s residence in Benin hosted a German Unity Day celebration on Thursday, October 22, 2026, attended by Beninese officials, diplomats, international organizations, private-sector representatives, and civil society members. Landry Padonou opened the ceremony by playing the German and Beninese national anthems on the clarinet. Ambassador Stefan Buchwald said German reunification represents regained freedom and the possibility of overcoming division, and praised the strong partnership between Berlin and Cotonou. He cited recent consultations on development cooperation and talks between military staffs on strategic and security issues.

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