The UAE welcomes the declaration of a ceasefire in the Tigray region of Ethiopia
Mohamed bin Zayed discusses with Abi Ahmed efforts to achieve stability in African countries
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, yesterday received a phone call from the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Dr. Abi Ahmed, during which they discussed cooperation relations between the two countries and ways to develop them in various fields that serve their mutual interests. In addition to a number of issues and topics of common interest.
During the call, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region and regional and international efforts to achieve peace, stability and development, especially in African countries.
On the other hand, the UAE welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in the Tigray region in Ethiopia, stressing that a political solution is the only way to end the conflict in the country.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation affirmed that this decision is an important step on the road to achieving a political settlement and the aspirations of the Ethiopian people to build a future that meets their aspirations for peace and prosperity, noting that constructive dialogue within the framework of the state of institutions, the rule of law and the constitution is the only way to establish lasting peace. and the return of stability to the country.
In Brussels, the European Union welcomed yesterday the announcement of a ceasefire in Ethiopia's Tigray region.
A spokesperson for the European External Action Service said a ceasefire must be accompanied by immediate and unfettered humanitarian access to all those affected by the conflict in the region.
The Ethiopian government announced in a statement the day before yesterday, an immediate ceasefire in the Tigray region.
The central government made it clear that it had agreed to a cease-fire offer from the interim administration in the Tigray region.
The statement continued, "The ceasefire will enable farmers to plow their land, and relief organizations to work without any military movements around it."
The statement added that the ceasefire will continue until the end of the planting season scheduled for next September.
"Ministry of Foreign Affairs":
• «Constructive dialogue within the framework of the state of institutions and the rule of law is the only way to bring peace and restore stability to Ethiopia».
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