ethiopia somaliland military cooperation raises horn of africa tensions

Ethiopia-Somaliland Military Cooperation Raises Horn of Africa Tensions

Tensions mount over military talks. The recent discussions between Ethiopia and Somaliland regarding military cooperation have heightened tensions in the already volatile Horn of Africa. The announcement of these talks came on the heels of a controversial pact allowing Ethiopia access to the Red Sea through Somaliland, a move strongly opposed by Somalia. The central […]

ethiopia and somaliland strike a deal for red sea port access

Ethiopia and Somaliland Strike a Deal for Red Sea Port Access

The Landlocked Dilemma: Ethiopia’s Strategic Move Ethiopia, landlocked and reliant on Djibouti for its marine trade, took a strategic step by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland, granting access to the port of Berbera on the Red Sea. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hailed this agreement as a milestone in fostering closer ties between […]

ethiopian pm reiterates port access demand without invasion intentions

Ethiopian PM Reiterates Port Access Demand Without Invasion Intentions

Ethiopia’s Port Access Demands Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed restated the country’s need for access to ports without intentions of invading neighboring states. Abiy stressed Ethiopia’s reliance on the Red Sea for trade, highlighting the significance of port access for a landlocked nation. Peaceful Communication Amid Concerns Abiy’s earlier comments on Red Sea access sparked […]