The United Nations has offered to support a peaceful and negotiated resolution to Ethiopia's quest for sea access. UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Guwang Cong, made this commitment during the 12th Tana Forum in Bahir Dar. The forum brought together current and former African leaders, scholars, and policymakers to discuss regional peace and security.
The Tana Forum is a significant platform for discussing African issues, and Ethiopia's organization of such events has earned it considerable recognition. According to Envoy Guwang, the forum allows for the exchange of ideas and observations on peace and security in the region. He praised Ethiopia's role in promoting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.
Envoy Guwang emphasized that Africa's countries and institutions must work together to address regional challenges. He noted that Ethiopia has played a constructive role in promoting peace, including facilitating dialogue and negotiations. For instance, Ethiopia played a key role in resolving the conflict in South Sudan through peaceful negotiations.
Ethiopia's importance in regional peace and security was underscored by Envoy Guwang, who described it as a pivotal country with a population of over 130 million and rapid economic growth. He stressed that international law guarantees countries the right to sea access and that Ethiopia should pursue this right through peaceful negotiations.
The envoy's comments come amid heightened tensions in the region, and he urged that these tensions be reduced. He assured that the UN would support a peaceful resolution to Ethiopia's sea access quest. The Tana Forum provided a platform for participants to express their appreciation for Ethiopia's contributions to regional peace and security.
The forum's discussions focused on African-led solutions to regional challenges, including peace, economic sovereignty, and geopolitical change. Participants acknowledged Ethiopia's efforts to promote peace and stability in the region. Envoy Guwang's statement was reported by Ethiopian news agency ENA.
The UN's support for a peaceful resolution to Ethiopia's sea access quest is significant, given the country's strategic importance in the region. A peaceful resolution to this issue could have far-reaching implications for regional stability and cooperation. The UN's commitment to supporting this process underscores its dedication to promoting peace and stability in Africa.
Key points
- The UN has pledged support for a peaceful resolution to Ethiopia's quest for sea access.
- Ethiopia plays a crucial role in promoting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.
- The Tana Forum provides a platform for discussing regional peace and security challenges.
