News: National Bank amends #forex directive allowing international payment cards, easing FX account rules
The National Bank of #Ethiopia (#NBE) has issued a new foreign exchange directive allowing domestic banks to issue internationally recognized payment cards and introducing a series of measures aimed at easing foreign exchange administration and supporting business activity.
Directive No. FXD/04/2026, which came into force on 12 February 2026, amends the earlier foreign exchange directive issued in 2024. The central bank said the revision is intended to relax foreign exchange administration, enhance market development, and strengthen business confidence.
Among the key changes, banks are now permitted to issue internationally recognized prepaid or debit cards for foreign currency account holders & load foreign currency based on customer instructions without requiring visas or air tickets.
The directive also authorizes banks to process advance payments...
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The National Bank of #Ethiopia (#NBE) has issued a new foreign exchange directive allowing domestic banks to issue internationally recognized payment cards and introducing a series of measures aimed at easing foreign exchange administration and supporting business activity.
Directive No. FXD/04/2026, which came into force on 12 February 2026, amends the earlier foreign exchange directive issued in 2024. The central bank said the revision is intended to relax foreign exchange administration, enhance market development, and strengthen business confidence.
Among the key changes, banks are now permitted to issue internationally recognized prepaid or debit cards for foreign currency account holders & load foreign currency based on customer instructions without requiring visas or air tickets.
The directive also authorizes banks to process advance payments...
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News: #Ethiopia shows slight improvement in global corruption index, governance concerns remain
Ethiopia recorded a modest improvement in #Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (#CPI), reflecting a slight shift in #global perceptions of public sector corruption, though governance challenges continue to persist.
According to the latest CPI release, Ethiopia scored 38 out of 100, ranking 96th out of 182 countries and territories assessed. This marks a small increase from the 2024 score of 37, when the country ranked 99th out of 180 countries.
The CPI, published annually by Transparency International, measures perceived levels of public sector corruption on a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).
The 2025 report indicates that more than two-thirds of countries scored below 50, while the global average dropped to a new low, highlighting persistent governance challenges worldwide.
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Ethiopia recorded a modest improvement in #Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (#CPI), reflecting a slight shift in #global perceptions of public sector corruption, though governance challenges continue to persist.
According to the latest CPI release, Ethiopia scored 38 out of 100, ranking 96th out of 182 countries and territories assessed. This marks a small increase from the 2024 score of 37, when the country ranked 99th out of 180 countries.
The CPI, published annually by Transparency International, measures perceived levels of public sector corruption on a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).
The 2025 report indicates that more than two-thirds of countries scored below 50, while the global average dropped to a new low, highlighting persistent governance challenges worldwide.
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News: #Somalia coordinating with Saudi-led partners to shield #Horn from ‘reckless escalation,’ president Hassan Sheikh says
Somalia’s President #Hassan_Sheikh Mohamud said his government is acting in close coordination with partners led by Saudi Arabia to safeguard stability and shield the Horn of #Africa from what he described as “reckless escalation” following #Israel’s reported recognition of #Somaliland.
In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Mohamud warned that any recognition of Somaliland as an independent state constitutes “a blatant violation” of Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial unity, and risks undermining regional peace and security in the Horn and along the Red Sea corridor.
He outlined a three-pronged political and legal strategy to counter the move. The first track involves immediate diplomatic engagement at the United Nations, African Union (#AU), & Organization...
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Somalia’s President #Hassan_Sheikh Mohamud said his government is acting in close coordination with partners led by Saudi Arabia to safeguard stability and shield the Horn of #Africa from what he described as “reckless escalation” following #Israel’s reported recognition of #Somaliland.
In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Mohamud warned that any recognition of Somaliland as an independent state constitutes “a blatant violation” of Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial unity, and risks undermining regional peace and security in the Horn and along the Red Sea corridor.
He outlined a three-pronged political and legal strategy to counter the move. The first track involves immediate diplomatic engagement at the United Nations, African Union (#AU), & Organization...
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News: #Ethiopian Airlines says houses provided for farmers displaced by #Bishoftu airport project as some residents report lack of compensation
Ethiopian Airlines Group says it has built and handed over standard housing in Bishoftu to farmers displaced by the construction of the planned Bishoftu International Airport, while some affected residents continue to report lack of compensation and adequate resettlement support.
Speaking at a press briefing 10 February 2026 presenting the airline group’s six-month performance report, Chief Executive Officer #Mesfin_Tasew said farmers whose land was taken for the project “have already moved into their new houses.”
He added that livelihood support measures, including job opportunities, had also been prepared for displaced residents. “Most have already started working, while the remaining few are close to completion,” he said.
However, residents from #Abu_Lugna, one of the areas affected by the airport development....
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Ethiopian Airlines Group says it has built and handed over standard housing in Bishoftu to farmers displaced by the construction of the planned Bishoftu International Airport, while some affected residents continue to report lack of compensation and adequate resettlement support.
Speaking at a press briefing 10 February 2026 presenting the airline group’s six-month performance report, Chief Executive Officer #Mesfin_Tasew said farmers whose land was taken for the project “have already moved into their new houses.”
He added that livelihood support measures, including job opportunities, had also been prepared for displaced residents. “Most have already started working, while the remaining few are close to completion,” he said.
However, residents from #Abu_Lugna, one of the areas affected by the airport development....
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News: #TPLF says it ‘will not stay idle’ if #Pretoria deal is breached, urges AU, US, EU to move beyond concern statements
The chairman of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), Debretsion Gebremichael (PhD), has warned that the party “will not stay idle” if the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (#CoHA) is breached and the group comes under attack, while dismissing claims that it has been “weakened and dispersed.”
He also urged international actors including the African Union (#AU), the #United_States, and the European Union (#EU) to move beyond expressions of concern and take concrete action to safeguard the fragile peace process.
Speaking at a press briefing today, Debretsion rejected assertions that the TPLF has lost cohesion. “They say we are weakened and dispersed. But our answer is: we are not dispersed when it comes to our survival and security,” he said.
Debretsion also said he has been in frequent contact with representatives....
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The chairman of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF), Debretsion Gebremichael (PhD), has warned that the party “will not stay idle” if the Pretoria Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (#CoHA) is breached and the group comes under attack, while dismissing claims that it has been “weakened and dispersed.”
He also urged international actors including the African Union (#AU), the #United_States, and the European Union (#EU) to move beyond expressions of concern and take concrete action to safeguard the fragile peace process.
Speaking at a press briefing today, Debretsion rejected assertions that the TPLF has lost cohesion. “They say we are weakened and dispersed. But our answer is: we are not dispersed when it comes to our survival and security,” he said.
Debretsion also said he has been in frequent contact with representatives....
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#Trump cannot end deportation protections for South_Sudanese nationals, #US judge rules
A federal judge on Thursday blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from ending temporary protections from deportation that had allowed hundreds of South Sudanese nationals to live and work in the United States.
U.S. District Judge Patti Saris in Boston concluded that U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem had likely acted unlawfully by providing a "pretextual" reason for terminating South Sudan's Temporary Protected Status designation and not disclosing the real factor motivating her action.
That status is available to people whose home countries have experienced natural disasters, armed conflicts or other extraordinary events. It provides eligible migrants with work authorisation and temporary protection from deportation.
Noem in November published a notice terminating TPS for conflict-ridden South Sudan, saying the country no longer met the conditions for the designation, which was first issued in 2011.
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-cannot-end-deportation-protections-south-sudanese-nationals-us-judge-rules
A federal judge on Thursday blocked U.S. President Donald Trump's administration from ending temporary protections from deportation that had allowed hundreds of South Sudanese nationals to live and work in the United States.
U.S. District Judge Patti Saris in Boston concluded that U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem had likely acted unlawfully by providing a "pretextual" reason for terminating South Sudan's Temporary Protected Status designation and not disclosing the real factor motivating her action.
That status is available to people whose home countries have experienced natural disasters, armed conflicts or other extraordinary events. It provides eligible migrants with work authorisation and temporary protection from deportation.
Noem in November published a notice terminating TPS for conflict-ridden South Sudan, saying the country no longer met the conditions for the designation, which was first issued in 2011.
https://www.newarab.com/news/trump-cannot-end-deportation-protections-south-sudanese-nationals-us-judge-rules
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Trump cannot end deportation protections for South Sudanese nationals, US judge rules
A US district judge found it was unlawful to provide a "pretextual" reason for terminating South Sudan’s Temporary Protected Status designation.
News: #Election Board extends voter, candidate registration timelines for 2026 general election
Addi Abeba- The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced an extension of deadlines for voter and candidate registration, citing the need to complete outstanding preparatory work ahead of Ethiopia’s 7th General Election scheduled for 2026.
The Board disclosed the decision during a press briefing yesterday on pre-election preparations.
Melatwork Hailu, NEBE Chairperson, said the extension follows requests and challenges reported by political parties and independent candidates who were unable to complete registration within the previously set timeframe, as well as the Board’s need to finalize remaining preparatory activities.
Accordingly, voter registration, initially scheduled to begin on 14 February 2026, has been postponed and will now start on 07 March 2026.
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Addi Abeba- The National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced an extension of deadlines for voter and candidate registration, citing the need to complete outstanding preparatory work ahead of Ethiopia’s 7th General Election scheduled for 2026.
The Board disclosed the decision during a press briefing yesterday on pre-election preparations.
Melatwork Hailu, NEBE Chairperson, said the extension follows requests and challenges reported by political parties and independent candidates who were unable to complete registration within the previously set timeframe, as well as the Board’s need to finalize remaining preparatory activities.
Accordingly, voter registration, initially scheduled to begin on 14 February 2026, has been postponed and will now start on 07 March 2026.
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The government of #Ethiopia has declined to renew accreditation for three Addis Abeba-based journalists from #Reuters and withdrawn the accreditation to cover the 39th African Union (#AU) Summit, days after the news agency published an investigative report alleging Ethiopia is hosting a training facility linked to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
In a written response to Addis Standard, a Reuters spokesperson confirmed that the Ethiopian government declined to renew the journalists’ accreditation and also withdrew the outlet’s accreditation for the AU Summit.
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In a written response to Addis Standard, a Reuters spokesperson confirmed that the Ethiopian government declined to renew the journalists’ accreditation and also withdrew the outlet’s accreditation for the AU Summit.
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#AU Commission chairperson, #UN chief reaffirm partnership
Addis Abeba — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres at AU headquarters in Addis Abeba on the margins of the AU summit, reaffirming commitments to multilateral cooperation, peace, and sustainable development.
According to a statement released today, the Commission chairperson welcomed the UN chief’s continued engagement with African priorities, stressing that AU–UN cooperation remains central to advancing peace, security, and development amid growing global uncertainty. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation aligned with Africa’s continental agenda and the principles of the UN Charter.
The statement said discussions focused on regional peace and security, sustainable development, and inclusive economic transformation.
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Addis Abeba — The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, met United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres at AU headquarters in Addis Abeba on the margins of the AU summit, reaffirming commitments to multilateral cooperation, peace, and sustainable development.
According to a statement released today, the Commission chairperson welcomed the UN chief’s continued engagement with African priorities, stressing that AU–UN cooperation remains central to advancing peace, security, and development amid growing global uncertainty. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation aligned with Africa’s continental agenda and the principles of the UN Charter.
The statement said discussions focused on regional peace and security, sustainable development, and inclusive economic transformation.
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#Commentary: Revisiting #Ethiopia’s Nation-State-Building Processes: Challenges, lost opportunities
In this article, adapted from a 2019 National Consensus Dialogue concept note, Merera Gudina argues that Ethiopia’s current political crises are deeply rooted in unresolved tensions from the 19th-century state formation. While Ethiopia's ancient history is often invoked, he focuses on Emperor Menelik II’s “conquest-driven expansion,” which tripled the size of the empire but “entrenched a brutal political economy.”
According to the author, the persistence of historical wounds can be traced to three conflicting narratives: that Menelik reunified a fragmented nation, that he unified distinct peoples, or that his campaigns amounted to colonial conquest.
Merera states, “These perspectives, combined with unchecked clashes of dreams for power, are attitudes that complicate our national consensus efforts.”
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In this article, adapted from a 2019 National Consensus Dialogue concept note, Merera Gudina argues that Ethiopia’s current political crises are deeply rooted in unresolved tensions from the 19th-century state formation. While Ethiopia's ancient history is often invoked, he focuses on Emperor Menelik II’s “conquest-driven expansion,” which tripled the size of the empire but “entrenched a brutal political economy.”
According to the author, the persistence of historical wounds can be traced to three conflicting narratives: that Menelik reunified a fragmented nation, that he unified distinct peoples, or that his campaigns amounted to colonial conquest.
Merera states, “These perspectives, combined with unchecked clashes of dreams for power, are attitudes that complicate our national consensus efforts.”
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#Explosion reported in #Mekelle; Officials say no casualties
An explosion occurred late Thursday in Mekelle near the Social Science campus of Mekelle University, though officials say there were no casualties or property damage.
Redahegn Feseha, head of the Mekelle Peace and Security Bureau, told local radio that the blast happened at around 9:30 p.m. near the upper gate of the city’s business campus. He described the incident as a deliberate act aimed at creating fear rather than causing harm, urging residents to remain calm and to condemn what he called an “act of terror.”
Residents reported a mix of fear and confusion. “I was sitting with my family when we heard a loud bang. My kid and my wife were terrified,” said one resident. Another added, “At first, we thought it was a drone attack or something falling. But later we heard it was a bomb.”
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An explosion occurred late Thursday in Mekelle near the Social Science campus of Mekelle University, though officials say there were no casualties or property damage.
Redahegn Feseha, head of the Mekelle Peace and Security Bureau, told local radio that the blast happened at around 9:30 p.m. near the upper gate of the city’s business campus. He described the incident as a deliberate act aimed at creating fear rather than causing harm, urging residents to remain calm and to condemn what he called an “act of terror.”
Residents reported a mix of fear and confusion. “I was sitting with my family when we heard a loud bang. My kid and my wife were terrified,” said one resident. Another added, “At first, we thought it was a drone attack or something falling. But later we heard it was a bomb.”
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#Kenya Unveils New Model to Turn #Embassies into Deal-Making Hubs
Kenya has introduced a new digital trade model for economic diplomacy through the launch of BiasharaLink and Deal House in Ethiopia.
In a press statement on February 12, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, stated that the new digital platforms were developed by Real Sources Africa to help embassies serve as active trade hubs that originate, verify, and execute cross-border deals.
The new trading models are developed by Real Sources Africa, Kenya’s designated trading company for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
According to Mudavadi, BiasharaLink is designed to enable diplomatic missions, exporters, investors, and market actors to formally capture, structure, and track trade and investment opportunities aligned with the priorities of the AfCFTA.
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Kenya has introduced a new digital trade model for economic diplomacy through the launch of BiasharaLink and Deal House in Ethiopia.
In a press statement on February 12, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, stated that the new digital platforms were developed by Real Sources Africa to help embassies serve as active trade hubs that originate, verify, and execute cross-border deals.
The new trading models are developed by Real Sources Africa, Kenya’s designated trading company for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
According to Mudavadi, BiasharaLink is designed to enable diplomatic missions, exporters, investors, and market actors to formally capture, structure, and track trade and investment opportunities aligned with the priorities of the AfCFTA.
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Kenya Unveils New Model Of Economic Diplomacy In Ethiopia
The new trading models are developed by Real Sources Africa, Kenya’s designated trading company for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
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#Human Rights Watch urges leaders at #AU summit to address #Ethiopia crisis
Human Rights Watch (#HRW) has called on African and international leaders attending the 39th African Union (AU) summit in Addis Abeba to speak out on the deteriorating human rights situation in Ethiopia and the fragile peace in the #Tigray region.
In a statement released today, the rights group highlighted renewed fighting in late January between the Ethiopian army and Tigrayan forces in central and southern #Tigray, which has caused widespread displacement.
HRW also pointed to ongoing hostilities in the #Amhara region, where Ethiopian authorities have accused neighboring Eritrea of backing armed groups.
The group said AU leaders should not fear alienating Ethiopia, but instead use the summit as an opportunity to prioritize civilian protection.
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Human Rights Watch (#HRW) has called on African and international leaders attending the 39th African Union (AU) summit in Addis Abeba to speak out on the deteriorating human rights situation in Ethiopia and the fragile peace in the #Tigray region.
In a statement released today, the rights group highlighted renewed fighting in late January between the Ethiopian army and Tigrayan forces in central and southern #Tigray, which has caused widespread displacement.
HRW also pointed to ongoing hostilities in the #Amhara region, where Ethiopian authorities have accused neighboring Eritrea of backing armed groups.
The group said AU leaders should not fear alienating Ethiopia, but instead use the summit as an opportunity to prioritize civilian protection.
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#UN, regional bodies call for #Ramadan humanitarian truce in #Sudan as #AU maintains membership suspension
A coalition of international and regional organizations has urged Sudan’s warring parties to agree to a humanitarian truce ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, warning that continued escalation risks deepening an already catastrophic crisis.
In a joint statement on Wednesday, the group known as the Quintet, comprising the United Nations, the African Union (AU), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the League of Arab States, and the European Union, said a temporary pause in fighting would allow the delivery of life-saving assistance and help prevent further civilian suffering.
Yesterday, the AU Peace and Security Council declined to lift Sudan’s suspension from the bloc, although diplomatic efforts led by Egypt and Algeria to restore membership are ongoing, according to Sudanese local media.
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A coalition of international and regional organizations has urged Sudan’s warring parties to agree to a humanitarian truce ahead of the holy month of Ramadan, warning that continued escalation risks deepening an already catastrophic crisis.
In a joint statement on Wednesday, the group known as the Quintet, comprising the United Nations, the African Union (AU), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the League of Arab States, and the European Union, said a temporary pause in fighting would allow the delivery of life-saving assistance and help prevent further civilian suffering.
Yesterday, the AU Peace and Security Council declined to lift Sudan’s suspension from the bloc, although diplomatic efforts led by Egypt and Algeria to restore membership are ongoing, according to Sudanese local media.
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News: #Italy pledges deeper #Africa cooperation at second Italy–Africa summit in Addis Abeba
Italy pledged to deepen cooperation with African countries during the second Italy–Africa summit held yesterday evening in Addis Abeba, focusing on projects under Italy’s Mattei Plan for Africa in sectors including energy, infrastructure, trade, and migration.
Italian Prime Minister #Giorgia Meloni said the initiative aims to promote investment-driven partnerships rather than traditional aid, stressing collaboration aligned with African priorities. She also said Italy has “no interest in exploiting migration to obtain cheap labour” and vowed to address the “root causes” of migration. “We want to build things together,” she added, underscoring partnerships responsive to African countries’ needs.
Prime Minister #Abiy Ahmed called for equal and mutually beneficial engagement, urging a shift from donor-recipient dynamics toward cooperation...
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Italy pledged to deepen cooperation with African countries during the second Italy–Africa summit held yesterday evening in Addis Abeba, focusing on projects under Italy’s Mattei Plan for Africa in sectors including energy, infrastructure, trade, and migration.
Italian Prime Minister #Giorgia Meloni said the initiative aims to promote investment-driven partnerships rather than traditional aid, stressing collaboration aligned with African priorities. She also said Italy has “no interest in exploiting migration to obtain cheap labour” and vowed to address the “root causes” of migration. “We want to build things together,” she added, underscoring partnerships responsive to African countries’ needs.
Prime Minister #Abiy Ahmed called for equal and mutually beneficial engagement, urging a shift from donor-recipient dynamics toward cooperation...
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News: #Eritrean president meets #Saudi deputy FM in Asmara following #Riyadh– #Addis diplomatic engagements
President Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea held talks with Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khereiji, Deputy Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, during a meeting in Asmara, according to Eritrea’s Ministry of Information.
The meeting, held Thursday at the Denden Guest House, focused on strengthening longstanding bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across political, economic, security, cultural, and social sectors. The information ministry said discussions also covered shared perspectives on regional and international developments, including the role of Red Sea littoral states in maintaining regional peace and stability.
Eritrea’s Foreign Minister Osman Saleh attended the talks alongside senior Saudi officials...
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President Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea held talks with Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khereiji, Deputy Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, during a meeting in Asmara, according to Eritrea’s Ministry of Information.
The meeting, held Thursday at the Denden Guest House, focused on strengthening longstanding bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across political, economic, security, cultural, and social sectors. The information ministry said discussions also covered shared perspectives on regional and international developments, including the role of Red Sea littoral states in maintaining regional peace and stability.
Eritrea’s Foreign Minister Osman Saleh attended the talks alongside senior Saudi officials...
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#WFP condemns attacks on aid convoys, facilities in #Sudan
The World Food Programme has condemned a series of recent attacks on its trucks, assets, and facilities in Sudan, warning that the incidents have killed and injured humanitarian workers while disrupting delivery of life-saving food assistance to vulnerable civilians.
In a statement, the agency said four incidents over the past 10 days targeted humanitarian operations as aid workers were distributing food assistance. WFP described the attacks as unacceptable and stressed that humanitarian personnel and assets must never be targeted.
The organization also rejected what it called false social media claims alleging its trucks were transporting non-humanitarian items, saying such reports are unfounded and increase risks to aid workers and operations.
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The World Food Programme has condemned a series of recent attacks on its trucks, assets, and facilities in Sudan, warning that the incidents have killed and injured humanitarian workers while disrupting delivery of life-saving food assistance to vulnerable civilians.
In a statement, the agency said four incidents over the past 10 days targeted humanitarian operations as aid workers were distributing food assistance. WFP described the attacks as unacceptable and stressed that humanitarian personnel and assets must never be targeted.
The organization also rejected what it called false social media claims alleging its trucks were transporting non-humanitarian items, saying such reports are unfounded and increase risks to aid workers and operations.
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Abiy Ahmed meets António Guterres on #AU summit sidelines
Abiy Ahmed held talks today with António Guterres on the sidelines of the African Union Summit, focusing on multilateral priorities, according to a statement shared by the Ethiopian premier after the meeting.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres for what he described as a “constructive discussion” centered on multilateral cooperation and shared priorities.
In a social media post following the meeting, the prime minister said the discussions focused on key multilateral issues, without providing additional details about specific outcomes or agreements.
The talks took place alongside the ongoing African Union Summit, where leaders and high-level officials have gathered in Addis Abeba to discuss regional and international matters.
Abiy Ahmed held talks today with António Guterres on the sidelines of the African Union Summit, focusing on multilateral priorities, according to a statement shared by the Ethiopian premier after the meeting.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres for what he described as a “constructive discussion” centered on multilateral cooperation and shared priorities.
In a social media post following the meeting, the prime minister said the discussions focused on key multilateral issues, without providing additional details about specific outcomes or agreements.
The talks took place alongside the ongoing African Union Summit, where leaders and high-level officials have gathered in Addis Abeba to discuss regional and international matters.
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