Addis Ababa:Foreign Affairs State Minister Hadera Abera and Director-General for European and American Affairs Meles Alem have provided a briefing to a delegation from the European Union Political and Security Committee (PSC) on the current developments in Ethiopia and the broader Horn of Africa region.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the PSC delegation, led by Chair Ambassador Lene Mandel Vensild, included ambassadors from the EU’s 27 member states. The briefing highlighted Ethiopia’s ongoing reform efforts and national priorities, emphasizing the country's dedication to promoting peace, stability, and sustainable development.
The briefing also addressed political and security developments in the Horn of Africa, with State Minister Hadera presenting evidence of incursions by Eritrean forces into Ethiopian territory, which he described as violations of Ethiopia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He expressed concerns about Eritrea's support for extremist armed groups operating within Ethiopia, which he said contributes to regional insecurity and instability.
Furthermore, Hadera highlighted Ethiopia's strategic role in the region, reaffirming the nation's commitment to promoting peace and stability. He called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict in Sudan, emphasizing that any solution should align with the aspirations and interests of the Sudanese people.
The discussions also covered Ethiopia-EU relations, focusing on the importance of sustained dialogue, mutual understanding, and stronger cooperation with EU Member States. Both sides exchanged views on shared priorities like regional peace, respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, sustainable economic development, and regional integration.
PSC Chair Lene Mandel Vensild reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with Ethiopia to advance these objectives.
