Richard Randriamandrato (born 7 March 1959) is a Malagasy diplomat, economist, and public servant with experience in international relations, finance, and development. [1] He has held significant positions in both the Malagasy government and international organizations, contributing to economic development, diplomacy, and regional integration ...

1 day ago · Richard Randriamandrato is working on his campaign strategy to succeed Chad's Moussa Faki Mahamat as chairperson of the African Union Commission.

Feb 14, 2025 · Photo of Madagascar AUC candidate Richard Randriamandranto. PHOTO/Al Arabiya Randriamandrato Professional Career. Born on March 7, 1959, Radriamandrato has held significant roles, including Minister of Economy and Finance (2019-2021) and Minister of Foreign Affairs (2021) in Madagascar, where he successfully navigated complex challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic and diplomatic crises.

Oct 25, 2024 · Richard Randriamandrato, Madagascar’s choice for African Union Commission chairperson, details his ambitions if elected to succeed Moussa Faki Mahamat in 2025.

4 days ago · Richard Randriamandrato, Madagascar's candidate for the African Union Commission chairmanship, is working flat out to strengthen his network in the run-up to the vote, due to be held in February at the next Assembly of the Heads of State and Government of the African Union in Addis Ababa.

Feb 3, 2025 · The nomination of Madagascar's former foreign affairs minister Richard Randriamandrato as a candidate for the African Union Commission's chairpersonship represents the island nation's coming of age as a key player in the continent's shared agenda.

On December 16, 2024, H.E. Mr. Richard J. Randriamandrato, the candidate of the Republic of Madagascar for the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, held a meeting with Ambassador Selby Pillay, the Acting Principal Secretary for the Foreign Affairs Department, to outline the aspirations of his candidacy.

Feb 14, 2025 · Madagascar AU chair candidate Randriamandrato continues his African tour. Richard Randriamandrato, the Madagascan candidate for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission, is planning a tour of the continent early this …

Dec 10, 2024 · Madagascar's candidate discusses his strategic priorities for energising the African Union as he campaigns for the AUC chairship.

Feb 13, 2025 · Azimio leader Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position has suffered a setback after 16 Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries officially endorsed Madagascar’s candidate, Richard J. Randriamandrato.