Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed recently advocated for regaining access to the Red Sea, which was lost when Eritrea seceded in 1993. This statement worries neighboring countries. They fear it could lead to conflict in the region. Meanwhile, the Horn of Africa faces other issues. These include global changes like climate disasters and technological advances. […]
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