#Ethiopia, #Djibouti sign MoU to cooperate in defense and security at the ongoing Defense Experts' Joint Meeting
High level defense experts from Ethiopia and Djibouti who are attending the ongoing 10th Ethiopia-Djibouti Defense Experts Joint Committee Meeting signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promot cooperation in defense and security matters between the two countries.
The Defense Experts' Joint Committee meeting between military officials of the two countries started on Sunday in Djibouti with broad-based discussions on enhancing the cooperation in the defense and security areas between the two Horn of Africa countries, according to the Ethiopian Embassy in Djibouti .
The MoU was signed earlier today.
The Ethiopian high-level delegation is led by led by Brigadier General Teshome Anagaw, who also held discussions with his counterpart, Taher Ali Mohammed, on bilateral issues of mutual concern. AS
High level defense experts from Ethiopia and Djibouti who are attending the ongoing 10th Ethiopia-Djibouti Defense Experts Joint Committee Meeting signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promot cooperation in defense and security matters between the two countries.
The Defense Experts' Joint Committee meeting between military officials of the two countries started on Sunday in Djibouti with broad-based discussions on enhancing the cooperation in the defense and security areas between the two Horn of Africa countries, according to the Ethiopian Embassy in Djibouti .
The MoU was signed earlier today.
The Ethiopian high-level delegation is led by led by Brigadier General Teshome Anagaw, who also held discussions with his counterpart, Taher Ali Mohammed, on bilateral issues of mutual concern. AS
Analysis: #Ethiopia’s campaign for sovereign access to port: A start off on the wrong foot?
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s remarks about Ethiopia’s quest for access to the #Red_Sea have sparked concerns of a potential war in the volatile Horn of Africa region. In a 45-minute speech, Prime Minister Abiy emphasized the existential importance of sea access for Ethiopia's rapidly growing population, stating that it cannot live in a “geographic prison.”
Neighboring states including #Eritrea, #Djibouti, and #Somalia have expressed immediate concerns for their sovereignty and rejected the Prime Minister’s speech. Last week, The PM assured neighboring countries that Ethiopia had no interest in aggression and emphasized the country’s genuine interest in peaceful solutions.
Experts, however, suggest that the Prime Minister’s speech contains layers of meaning, implying historical claims and the potential for territorial expansion.
https://addisstandard.com/analysis-ethiopias-campaign-for-sovereign-access-to-port-start-off-on-the-wrong-foot/
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s remarks about Ethiopia’s quest for access to the #Red_Sea have sparked concerns of a potential war in the volatile Horn of Africa region. In a 45-minute speech, Prime Minister Abiy emphasized the existential importance of sea access for Ethiopia's rapidly growing population, stating that it cannot live in a “geographic prison.”
Neighboring states including #Eritrea, #Djibouti, and #Somalia have expressed immediate concerns for their sovereignty and rejected the Prime Minister’s speech. Last week, The PM assured neighboring countries that Ethiopia had no interest in aggression and emphasized the country’s genuine interest in peaceful solutions.
Experts, however, suggest that the Prime Minister’s speech contains layers of meaning, implying historical claims and the potential for territorial expansion.
https://addisstandard.com/analysis-ethiopias-campaign-for-sovereign-access-to-port-start-off-on-the-wrong-foot/
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Analysis: Ethiopia’s campaign for sovereign access to port: A start off on the wrong foot? - Addis Standard
Analysis: Ethiopia’s campaign for sovereign access to port: A start off on the wrong foot? Addis Standard Politics -
#Ethiopia: #Tigray region’s tourism destinations to reopen after years of closure
After being closed for nearly three years, tourist destinations in the Tigray region are set to reopen this week. The head of the Tigray Tourism Bureau, Atsbha Gebreegziabher, announced plans for a tourism rebranding program in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Tourism.
This program, launching on this Thursday, aims to revive the hospitality industry and promote the region's attractions. The Tigray conflict had a significant impact on Ethiopia's tourism sector, but now, with attractions such as the #Axum_Obelisks and #Gheralta_Mountains accessible again, visitors can explore the rich cultural heritage of Tigray.
Authorities say measures will be taken to ensure the safety of both local and international tourists.
https://addisstandard.com/news-tigray-regions-tourism-destinations-to-reopen-after-years-of-closure/
After being closed for nearly three years, tourist destinations in the Tigray region are set to reopen this week. The head of the Tigray Tourism Bureau, Atsbha Gebreegziabher, announced plans for a tourism rebranding program in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Tourism.
This program, launching on this Thursday, aims to revive the hospitality industry and promote the region's attractions. The Tigray conflict had a significant impact on Ethiopia's tourism sector, but now, with attractions such as the #Axum_Obelisks and #Gheralta_Mountains accessible again, visitors can explore the rich cultural heritage of Tigray.
Authorities say measures will be taken to ensure the safety of both local and international tourists.
https://addisstandard.com/news-tigray-regions-tourism-destinations-to-reopen-after-years-of-closure/
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News: Tigray region’s tourism destinations to reopen after years of closure - Addis Standard
The rock churches of Gheralta Mountains are one of the most popular tourist destinations located in the Tigray region (Photo: Social Media) Addis Abeba – The tourist destinations in the Tigray region, which had been closed for nearly three years due to security…
#Argentina far-right Javier Milei wins presidency, not to join #BRICS
Far-right candidate Javier Milei achieved a decisive victory over Economy Minister Sergio Massa in the recent presidential runoff elections in Argentina.
Previously, Milei has expressed opposition to Argentina joining BRICS, an international economic bloc consisting of #Brazil, #Russia, #India, #China, and #South_Africa. Despite Argentina's main trading partners being China and Brazil, Diana Mondino, Milei’s candidate for Argentine Foreign Minister, said that collaborations with these nations will cease, as Argentina intends to remain within the South American trade bloc Mercosur.
Earlier this year, Argentina was invited to join BRICS alongside other countries such as #Ethiopia, #Egypt, #Iran, #UAE, and #Saudi_Arabia. However, Mondino emphasized that there is no interest from Argentina to pursue BRICS membership, focusing instead on addressing the ongoing economic crisis.
https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/argentina-far-right-javier-milei-wins-presidency--not-to-joi
Far-right candidate Javier Milei achieved a decisive victory over Economy Minister Sergio Massa in the recent presidential runoff elections in Argentina.
Previously, Milei has expressed opposition to Argentina joining BRICS, an international economic bloc consisting of #Brazil, #Russia, #India, #China, and #South_Africa. Despite Argentina's main trading partners being China and Brazil, Diana Mondino, Milei’s candidate for Argentine Foreign Minister, said that collaborations with these nations will cease, as Argentina intends to remain within the South American trade bloc Mercosur.
Earlier this year, Argentina was invited to join BRICS alongside other countries such as #Ethiopia, #Egypt, #Iran, #UAE, and #Saudi_Arabia. However, Mondino emphasized that there is no interest from Argentina to pursue BRICS membership, focusing instead on addressing the ongoing economic crisis.
https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/argentina-far-right-javier-milei-wins-presidency--not-to-joi
Al Mayadeen English
Argentina far-right Javier Milei wins presidency, not to join BRICS
Diana Mondino, the candidate for the Argentine Foreign Minister, relays to Sputnik after the elections that Argentina will not be joining BRICS.
#NewsAlert: #Addis_Abeba City Cabinet approves landmark decision to outsource selected services to third parties
The Addis Abeba City Administration Cabinet in its 5th regular meeting of the 3rd year that took place today has passed landmark decision to outsource municipal services to third parties.
According to the statement posted by City Mayor Adanech Abiebie, the services to be outsources were "identified by a study" commissioned by the city administration. Subsequently, the Cabinet outlined guidelines for "adequate preparations regarding the process, and to avoid management problems." The Mayor further said "a transition process plan should be prepared and guided by strong work discipline."
Read more at https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1726609599556391375?s=20
The Addis Abeba City Administration Cabinet in its 5th regular meeting of the 3rd year that took place today has passed landmark decision to outsource municipal services to third parties.
According to the statement posted by City Mayor Adanech Abiebie, the services to be outsources were "identified by a study" commissioned by the city administration. Subsequently, the Cabinet outlined guidelines for "adequate preparations regarding the process, and to avoid management problems." The Mayor further said "a transition process plan should be prepared and guided by strong work discipline."
Read more at https://x.com/addisstandard/status/1726609599556391375?s=20
#Yemen’s Houthi rebels seize cargo ship in #Red_Sea and call #Israeli vessels ‘legitimate targets’
Yemen’s Houthi rebels said they have seized what they called an Israeli cargo ship in the Red Sea, and warned that all vessels linked to Israel “will become a legitimate target for armed forces”.
Houthi forces would “continue to carry out military operations against the Israeli enemy until the aggression against Gaza stops and the ugly crimes … against our Palestinian brothers in Gaza and the West Bank stop”, said a spokesperson for the group, Yahya Sare’e, in a statement on X.
On Monday the rebels released a video purporting to show Sunday’s seizure.
The footage showed masked armed men jumping on to the ship from a helicopter while the vessel was still moving, and holding crew members at gunpoint. Palestinian and Yemeni flags were raised onboard. It was not immediately possible to verify the clip.
Israel said the vessel was a British-owned and Japanese-operated cargo ship and described the incident as an “Iranian act of terrorism” with consequences for international maritime security.
Israel’s military, writing on X, said “the hijacking of a cargo ship by the Houthis near Yemen in the southern Red Sea is a very grave incident of global consequence”.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/nov/20/yemen-houthi-rebels-seize-cargo-ship-galaxy-leader-red-sea-israel
Yemen’s Houthi rebels said they have seized what they called an Israeli cargo ship in the Red Sea, and warned that all vessels linked to Israel “will become a legitimate target for armed forces”.
Houthi forces would “continue to carry out military operations against the Israeli enemy until the aggression against Gaza stops and the ugly crimes … against our Palestinian brothers in Gaza and the West Bank stop”, said a spokesperson for the group, Yahya Sare’e, in a statement on X.
On Monday the rebels released a video purporting to show Sunday’s seizure.
The footage showed masked armed men jumping on to the ship from a helicopter while the vessel was still moving, and holding crew members at gunpoint. Palestinian and Yemeni flags were raised onboard. It was not immediately possible to verify the clip.
Israel said the vessel was a British-owned and Japanese-operated cargo ship and described the incident as an “Iranian act of terrorism” with consequences for international maritime security.
Israel’s military, writing on X, said “the hijacking of a cargo ship by the Houthis near Yemen in the southern Red Sea is a very grave incident of global consequence”.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/nov/20/yemen-houthi-rebels-seize-cargo-ship-galaxy-leader-red-sea-israel
the Guardian
Yemen’s Houthi rebels seize cargo ship in Red Sea and call Israeli vessels ‘legitimate targets’
Footage shows masked gunmen jumping on to Galaxy Leader, which Israel says is British-owned
#Ethiopia, #kenya, #Somalia
Severe floods affect tens of thousands of displaced people in #Horn_of_Africa
Thousands of displaced families, including refugees in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, are on the move yet again, escaping severe floods caused by ongoing heavy rains across the region.
In Ethiopia’s #Somali Region, authorities estimate more than 20 people have died, while over half a million people have been affected by flash floods. Close to 40,000 families, or around 240,000 people, including those seeking safety from ongoing conflict in Somalia, have been displaced, more than half of them in the Dollo Ado and Bokolmayo districts.
Across five settlements, 213,000 refugees have also suffered the effects of the flooding. Clean and safe drinking water is scarce, accessing health services is difficult and nearly 1,000 families have lost their shelters.
https://www.unhcr.org/news/briefing-notes/severe-floods-affect-tens-thousands-displaced-people-horn-africa
Severe floods affect tens of thousands of displaced people in #Horn_of_Africa
Thousands of displaced families, including refugees in Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, are on the move yet again, escaping severe floods caused by ongoing heavy rains across the region.
In Ethiopia’s #Somali Region, authorities estimate more than 20 people have died, while over half a million people have been affected by flash floods. Close to 40,000 families, or around 240,000 people, including those seeking safety from ongoing conflict in Somalia, have been displaced, more than half of them in the Dollo Ado and Bokolmayo districts.
Across five settlements, 213,000 refugees have also suffered the effects of the flooding. Clean and safe drinking water is scarce, accessing health services is difficult and nearly 1,000 families have lost their shelters.
https://www.unhcr.org/news/briefing-notes/severe-floods-affect-tens-thousands-displaced-people-horn-africa
#Ethiopia: Sur Construction to transform historic Abrha Castle hotel into five-star luxury retreat
#Sur_Construction, a limited company, is embarking on the transformation of the historic #Abrha_Castle Hotel in #Mekelle City, with the aim of turning it into a prestigious five-star luxury retreat, according to state media reports.
Zinfu Assefa, the managing director of Sur Construction, recently engaged in discussions with stakeholders in Mekelle, the capital of the #Tigray region. During these discussions, Sur Construction and #Messebo_Cement, both major companies for the Endowment Fund for the Rehabilitation of Tigray (#EFFORT), reached an agreement to enhance the tourism sector in Tigray within a limited timeframe and with limited resources.
The Abrha Castle Hotel, which served as the residence of Dejazmach Abrha Areya (1872–1917), the governor of Tigray, is built on a man-made raised landscape and has functioned as a hotel since 1960.
#Sur_Construction, a limited company, is embarking on the transformation of the historic #Abrha_Castle Hotel in #Mekelle City, with the aim of turning it into a prestigious five-star luxury retreat, according to state media reports.
Zinfu Assefa, the managing director of Sur Construction, recently engaged in discussions with stakeholders in Mekelle, the capital of the #Tigray region. During these discussions, Sur Construction and #Messebo_Cement, both major companies for the Endowment Fund for the Rehabilitation of Tigray (#EFFORT), reached an agreement to enhance the tourism sector in Tigray within a limited timeframe and with limited resources.
The Abrha Castle Hotel, which served as the residence of Dejazmach Abrha Areya (1872–1917), the governor of Tigray, is built on a man-made raised landscape and has functioned as a hotel since 1960.
#Sudan: Burhan mends fences with #Kenya, #Ethiopia as Hamdok returns
Sudan’s leader of the Transitional Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan was this week recording new successes on the diplomatic front, shaking hands with Kenya’s President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
It happened as ousted prime minister Abdalla Hamdok resurfaced as the face of the alternative political movements seeking a role in the transitional dialogue in Sudan.
Sudan’s leader of the Transitional Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan was this week recording new successes on the diplomatic front, shaking hands with Kenya’s President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
It happened as ousted prime minister Abdalla Hamdok resurfaced as the face of the alternative political movements seeking a role in the transitional dialogue in Sudan.
“Efforts to bring all the concerned parties in the Sudan conflict together to resolve the conflict are in top gear. It is important that all stakeholders in the Sudan are involved in reaching a solution that will stop the loss of life, destruction of infrastructure and property and return the country to normalcy,” Ruto said.
https://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/rest-of-africa/-burhan-mends-fences-with-kenya-ethiopia-as-hamdok-returns-4440374
Sudan’s leader of the Transitional Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan was this week recording new successes on the diplomatic front, shaking hands with Kenya’s President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
It happened as ousted prime minister Abdalla Hamdok resurfaced as the face of the alternative political movements seeking a role in the transitional dialogue in Sudan.
Sudan’s leader of the Transitional Sovereign Council Abdel Fattah al-Burhan was this week recording new successes on the diplomatic front, shaking hands with Kenya’s President William Ruto and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
It happened as ousted prime minister Abdalla Hamdok resurfaced as the face of the alternative political movements seeking a role in the transitional dialogue in Sudan.
“Efforts to bring all the concerned parties in the Sudan conflict together to resolve the conflict are in top gear. It is important that all stakeholders in the Sudan are involved in reaching a solution that will stop the loss of life, destruction of infrastructure and property and return the country to normalcy,” Ruto said.
https://www.theeastafrican.co.ke/tea/rest-of-africa/-burhan-mends-fences-with-kenya-ethiopia-as-hamdok-returns-4440374
The East African
Burhan mends fences with Kenya, Ethiopia as Hamdok returns
The trips mean Burhan has, at least in public, repaired relations which looked broken and confirm that he is still the de facto leader in Sudan.
#Ethiopia: Ministry of Mines reveals unsatisfactory export earnings; security threats, illegal trading to blame
Ministry of Mines has reported that the country fell short of its export earning target for the first quarter of the current fiscal year, achieving only 56%. The Ministry has attributed this setback to several factors, including security threats, smuggling, and illegal trading.
The State Minister for Mines, Million Mathewos, revealed to the Ethiopian Press Agency that the country earned $63 million in the past three months, failing to reach the planned target. Despite plans to market 1,245 kilograms of gold produced at the industry level, only 719 kilograms were successfully sold to the foreign market, earning $41 million. Additionally, 202 kilograms of gold were produced by Artesian miners, generating $17 million in revenue.
Million identified security threats, smuggling, and illegal trading as the main reasons behind the significant decline in export earnings.
Ministry of Mines has reported that the country fell short of its export earning target for the first quarter of the current fiscal year, achieving only 56%. The Ministry has attributed this setback to several factors, including security threats, smuggling, and illegal trading.
The State Minister for Mines, Million Mathewos, revealed to the Ethiopian Press Agency that the country earned $63 million in the past three months, failing to reach the planned target. Despite plans to market 1,245 kilograms of gold produced at the industry level, only 719 kilograms were successfully sold to the foreign market, earning $41 million. Additionally, 202 kilograms of gold were produced by Artesian miners, generating $17 million in revenue.
Million identified security threats, smuggling, and illegal trading as the main reasons behind the significant decline in export earnings.
#Ethiopia - #Saudi_Arabia: A delegation led by Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, the Minister of Transport and Logistics Services of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, together with leaders of businesses and companies working in logistics, visited the Ethiopian #Modjo Dry Port and Terminal and Indode #Ethio-#Djibouti Railway Station today.
The high level delegation arrived in Addis Abeba on Monday night.
During the visit to Modjo Dry Port and Terminal, Ethiopia's largest, the Saudi delegation was accompanied by Dr. Alemu Sime, Ethiopia's Minister of Transport and Logistics, and his deputy, State Minister Ber'o Hassan.
The two sides discussed increasing cooperation in transport and logistics areas. Others present during the visit include senior officials of the Ethiopian #Maritime Authority and Ethio-Djibouti Railway office.
It is to be recalled that on 10 of November, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman where he secured an agreement for debt restructuring. AS
The high level delegation arrived in Addis Abeba on Monday night.
During the visit to Modjo Dry Port and Terminal, Ethiopia's largest, the Saudi delegation was accompanied by Dr. Alemu Sime, Ethiopia's Minister of Transport and Logistics, and his deputy, State Minister Ber'o Hassan.
The two sides discussed increasing cooperation in transport and logistics areas. Others present during the visit include senior officials of the Ethiopian #Maritime Authority and Ethio-Djibouti Railway office.
It is to be recalled that on 10 of November, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman where he secured an agreement for debt restructuring. AS
#Ethiopia: Drought induced hunger claims dozens of lives, left millions at risk in #Tigray and #Amhara regions
Tragic consequences have unfolded in #Tanqua_Abergele, Tigray, where a relentless drought has led to hunger and despair. Reports reveal at least 46 individuals have succumbed to starvation, with 90,000 people caught in distress without lifesaving assistance.
The drought has decimated crops, putting over 90,000 people at risk without humanitarian aid. The impact extends beyond Tanqua Abergele, affecting 20% of Tigray's farmland, compounding the region's existing challenges due to conflict.
Neighboring Amhara region is also affected, with 40 reported deaths related to hunger. Water scarcity and lack of medicine have led to livestock fatalities. The ongoing drought has affected 1.8 million people in Amhara, adding to the loss of animals.
https://addisstandard.com/drought-induced-hunger-claims-dozens-of-lives-left-millions-at-risk-in-tigray-and-amhara-regions/
Tragic consequences have unfolded in #Tanqua_Abergele, Tigray, where a relentless drought has led to hunger and despair. Reports reveal at least 46 individuals have succumbed to starvation, with 90,000 people caught in distress without lifesaving assistance.
The drought has decimated crops, putting over 90,000 people at risk without humanitarian aid. The impact extends beyond Tanqua Abergele, affecting 20% of Tigray's farmland, compounding the region's existing challenges due to conflict.
Neighboring Amhara region is also affected, with 40 reported deaths related to hunger. Water scarcity and lack of medicine have led to livestock fatalities. The ongoing drought has affected 1.8 million people in Amhara, adding to the loss of animals.
https://addisstandard.com/drought-induced-hunger-claims-dozens-of-lives-left-millions-at-risk-in-tigray-and-amhara-regions/
Addis Standard
Drought induced hunger claims dozens of lives, left millions at risk in Tigray and Amhara regions - Addis Standard
In Tanqua Abergele district, a staggering 17,000 hectares of crops were decimated by the drought out of the total 19,000 hectares of land under cultivation (Social Media) Addis Abeba – Tragic consequences have unfolded in Abergelle Yechila, a district located…