Mahamat Describes Peace Process as Major, Historic Contribution to Stability and Dev't of Horn - ENA English
Mahamat Describes Peace Process as Major, Historic Contribution to Stability and Dev't of Horn
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Addis Ababa July 17/2018 The peace process between Ethiopia and Eritrea is a major and historic contribution to the stabilization and sustainable development of the Horn of Africa region, Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union said. Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat commended the Eritrean and Ethiopian leaders for their steadfast efforts to enhance reconciliation, trust and cooperation between their two countries, according to a press statement issued by the Commission of the African Union. The visit of President Isaias Afwerki to Ethiopia, from 14 to 16 July 2018, following that of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed to Eritrea, a week ago, marks a new and important milestone that is a further testimony to their commitment, he said. "Coming at a time of renewed efforts to accelerate integration and silence the guns on the continent," Mahamat said, adding that “the ongoing process between Ethiopia and Eritrea is a major and historic contribution to the stabilization and sustainable development of the Horn of Africa region.” According to him, it will also go a long way in furthering continental priorities as encapsulated in Agenda 2063 and other relevant African Union policies. The Chairperson finally applauded " once again, the leadership and courage of President Isaias Afwerki and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed." The statement pointed out that the Chairperson also looks forward to similar “bold initiatives” in other conflict and crisis situations on the continent.