Is political integration in the Horn of Africa possible?
Following his recent efforts to achieve normalisation with Eritrea, Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed embarked on a shuttle diplomacy mission across the Horn of Africa. Since the signing of the landmark June 2018 peace agreement between the two long-warring nations, Abiy held several bilateral and tripartite...
London-based international court orders Djibouti to pay $385 mln to DP World
By:AFP
A London-based international court has ordered Djibouti to pay $385 million in compensation to UAE global ports operator DP World over a breach of contract, the Dubai government said on Thursday.
The London Court of International Arbitration also ordered the African nation to pay interest...
Ethiopian Ambassador to Djibouti holds talks with President of the National Assembly of Djibouti
Horndiplomat- Ethiopian Ambassador to Djibouti, Ambassador Abdulaziz Mohammed held talks with President of the National Assembly of the republic of Djibouti, Mohamed Ali Houmed.
During the meeting Ambassador Abdulaziz noted that Ethiopia attaches particular importance to its long standing ties with Djibouti and is keen...
Djibouti President arrives in Mogadishu for a two-day visit
Horndiplomat-Djibouti President Ismail Omar Guelleh arrives in Mogadishu for a two-day visit. Ismail Omer guelleh was received by Mohamed Abdilahi Farmaajo at the airport.
According to Villa Somalia, During the visit the two leaders will discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual benefit...
French President in Djibouti to reaffirm the support of Paris
By:Le Monde
Historical ally of France, the country of the Horn of Africa is facing a geopolitical landscape jostled by the reconciliation between Ethiopia and Eritrea.
President Emmanuel Macron goes Monday evening, March 11, to Djibouti , historic and strategic ally of France who feels for several years...
IGAD, Germany Sign 34 Million Euro Grant Agreement
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and Germany have signed a 34 million Euros grant agreement during the 46th Ordinary Session of IGAD Council of Ministers being held in Djibouti today (February 27).
The project grant will be used for migration and capacity building.
Chairperson of...
The 46th Ordinary Session of IGAD Council of Ministers Concludes
Horndiplomat-The 46th Ordinary Session of the IGAD Council of Ministers which was held in Djibouti under the Chairmanship of Foreign Minister and Chair of the IGAD Council of Ministers, Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu wrapped up later today (February 27).
The session was attended by Mahmoud Ali...
Ethiopia, Djibouti Sign Agreement for the Construction of a Pipeline Project
Ethiopia and Djibouti have signed an agreement for the construction of a pipeline agreement, which would help to export Ethiopia’s natural gas.
Ethiopia’s Minister of Mines and Petroleum, H.E. Dr Samuel Hurcato, and Minister of Energy in Charge of Natural Resources of Djibouti, H.E. Mrs. Yonis Guedi, signed...
Djibouti President Receives Somaliland Ministerial Delegation
Horndiplomat-Djibouti President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh receives Somaliland Ministerial-level delegation led by the Defence Minister Isse Ahmed, at the Presidential Palace in Djibouti City.
During the meeting, President Ismail Omer Gueleh and Somaliland Delegation discussed a wide range of issues pertaining to the bilateral relationship between Djibouti and Somaliland ,...
Death Toll Mounts as Search Continues for Survivors of Djibouti Boat Tragedy
Djibouti—International Organization for Migration (IOM) staff based in Obock, on Djibouti’s Red Sea coast, are reporting Wednesday that a total of 16 survivors have been recovered from Tuesday’s sea tragedy.
As of Wednesday evening, IOM’s team has learned that the remains of 52 victims have been...