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How an Ethiopia-backed port is changing power dynamics in the Horn of Africa
When Eritrea gained its independence from Ethiopia in 1993, Ethiopia became landlocked and therefore dependent on its neighbours – especially Djibouti – for access to international markets. This dependency has…
WB approves $600mln financing for better urban governance, infrastructure in cities across Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, March 17, 2018 (FBC) -The World Bank on Thursday approved $600 million of IDA financing to help strengthen the capacity and performance of local urban governments, expand sustainable…
Rex Tillerson arrives in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, March 7, 2018 (FBC) – The U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson arrived in Addis Ababa this afternoon. Upon arrival at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, he…
Russia suggests Lavrov-Tillerson meeting in Ethiopia this week
Addis Ababa, March 5, 2018 (FBC) – Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said on Monday his country had suggested a meeting between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S.…
Tillerson to make first trip to Africa as top U.S. diplomat
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to Chad, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya and Nigeria next week on his first trip to Africa as the top U.S.…
Command Post orders security forces to take necessary measures against spoilers of peace
Addis Ababa, February 27, 2018 (FBC) –As a result of the rapid activities of security forces and active participation of the public, peace has almost been restored across the country…