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State Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Mrs. Hirut Zemene conferred with H.E. Mr. Julian Reilly, UK Special Envoy for the Red Sea and Horn of Africa today (April 10), in which both sides accentuated the importance of elevating the already strong relations to new heights.
State Minister Mrs. Hirut Zemene appreciated the Ethiopia-UK collaboration for the peace and stability of the Red Sea and Horn of Africa region taking note of the historical commitment from both sides for peace and security as well as prosperity of the region.
Mrs. Hirut emphasized Ethiopia’s commitment to bolster the implementation of South Sudan’s revitalized peace deal under the IGAD framework as well as support to the Federal Government of #Somalia. Mrs. Hirut also underpinned the importance of strengthening the institutions in Somalia for durable peace.
H.E. Mr. Julian Reilly commended Ethiopia’s continued commitment for regional peace and security including in South Sudan and Somalia.
The Special Envoy expressed UK’s commitment to advance cooperation with Ethiopia both bilaterally and under the IGAD framework in a bid to ensure development and peace and security in the Red Sea and Horn of Africa region.

Minister of Transport, H.E. Mrs. Dagmawit Moges along with State Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Dr. Markos Tekle briefed members of the diplomatic community on the preliminary report on Ethiopian Airlines accident of flight ET-302 this morning (April 4).
On the occasion, Minister of Transport, H.E. Mrs. Dagmawit Moges said the initial findings of the investigation showed that the crew performed all procedures repeatedly provided by the manufacturer but was not able to control the aircraft.
According to the report, the crew obtained the license and qualifications to conduct the flight and the takeoff role appeared very normal, she added.
The Minister also related that based on the findings of the investigation, the report recommended that the manufacturer review the aircraft flight control system related to the flight controllability.
The preliminary report also recommended aviation authorities to verify that the review of the aircraft control system related to flight controllability has been adequately addressed by the manufactures before release of the aircraft to operation.
State Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Dr. Markos Tekle, on his part, said the briefing session was organized with the view to relating the preliminary report primarily to members of the diplomatic community, whose citizens lost their lives in the tragic accident of flight ET-302.

President Sahle-Work Zewde received Armenia’s Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan at the Presidential Palace today.
The two sides exchanged views on prospects of expanding bilateral agenda and importance of active Armenian community in Addis Ababa.
They also discussed on women’s irreplaceable role in society and policy making.
In a related development, Ethiopia and Armenia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish political consultation.
The MoU was signed by State Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Markos Tekle and the visiting Armenian Foreign Minister, Mnatsakanyan.
Dr. Markos noted the historical ties between Ethiopia and Armenia, emphasizing on the need to strengthen relations in areas of trade and investment.
He further said Ethiopia is keen to forge cooperation with Armenia in a range of fields, including science and technology, health and education.
The State Minister also briefed the Armenian foreign minister on the sweeping reforms in Ethiopia as well as the winds of hope in the horn of Africa region.
Foreign Minister Mnatsakanyan, on his part, commended Ethiopia’s reform agenda and the country’s role in the promotion of regional peace and stability.
The Minister said his country is ready to share its experience to Ethiopia on education and especially on higher education innovation.
Taking note of Ethiopia’s bold initiatives taken to empower women to top executive positions, he related his country’s keenness to draw lessons from Ethiopia in this regard.
The Minister also revealed his country’s interest to open an embassy in Ethiopia in a bid to further strengthen the bilateral and multilateral ties between the two countries.
Ethiopia and Armenia have enjoyed over a century-old people-to-people relations. Armenia has played significant contributions in the modernization process of Ethiopia.

A culmination of review of the one year journey of reforms is currently taking place at the Millennium Hall.
Senior government officials, including Prime Minister Dr Abiy Ahmed and Chief Administrator of Oromia regional state as well as invited guests are in attendance of the event.
One year ago today, Dr. Abiy Ahmed was sworn in as Prime Minister of Ethiopia.