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politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•8 min saved

Ethiopia's Controversial Port Deal with Somaliland Sparks Regional Tensions

Somalia is outraged by a deal granting Ethiopia a 50-year lease on a naval base in the self-declared independent region of Somaliland, which Somalia considers part of its territory. The agreement, seen as a step towards recognizing Somaliland's independence, has led to protests in Somalia and the recall of its ambassador from Ethiopia. The deal also includes Somaliland receiving a stake in Ethiopian Airlines and could provide Ethiopia with crucial access to the Red Sea. International reactions have largely supported Somalia's stance on sovereignty, while Ethiopia maintains that the agreement is lawful and beneficial for Somaliland's aspirations and development.

via Al Jazeera English|

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politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•8 min saved

"Ethiopia-Somaliland Port Deal Sparks Regional Stability Concerns and Recognition Debate"

Ethiopia and the self-declared republic of Somaliland signed a controversial agreement granting Ethiopia access to a portion of Somaliland's coastline in exchange for shares in Ethiopian Airlines and a promise of formal recognition of Somaliland's sovereignty. This deal has sparked outrage in Somalia, which sees it as an infringement on its sovereignty, and has created uncertainty in the Horn of Africa due to the ambiguous nature of Ethiopia's commitment to recognizing Somaliland's statehood. The agreement could potentially disrupt a 2018 tripartite treaty between Ethiopia, Somalia, and Eritrea, and has broader implications for regional diplomacy and Ethiopia's economic ambitions.

via Al Jazeera English|

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geopolitics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Ethiopia-Somaliland Port Deal Sparks Regional Tensions and Sovereignty Dispute"

Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has announced a deal to lease a naval port and a stretch of Red Sea coastline from the self-declared state of Somaliland, potentially offering Somaliland shares in Ethiopian Airlines and diplomatic recognition in exchange. This move has sparked outrage from Somalia, which claims Somaliland as part of its territory, and has disrupted a recent agreement between the two regions to discuss Somaliland's constitutional status. The deal challenges the African Union's stance against redrawing borders and could have significant geopolitical implications for the Horn of Africa, including altering trade dynamics and regional alliances.

via The Economist|

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politicsinternational-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

"Somalia-Ethiopia Tensions Rise Over Controversial Port Agreement"

Ethiopia has signed a preliminary agreement with the self-declared breakaway region of Somaliland, granting Ethiopia commercial and military access to a port on the Red Sea for 50 years. In exchange, Ethiopia will recognize Somaliland as an independent nation and Somaliland will gain a stake in Ethiopian Airlines. The deal has sparked condemnation from Somalia, which considers the agreement "null and void," and has raised concerns among other regional players due to the strategic importance of the Red Sea. The agreement is not yet legally binding but could lead to a formal treaty after further negotiations.

via The New York Times|

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international-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

Ethiopia's Controversial Red Sea Access Deal with Somaliland Sparks Regional Tensions

Ethiopia has signed a preliminary agreement with the self-declared breakaway region of Somaliland, granting Ethiopia commercial and military access to a port on the Red Sea for 50 years. In exchange, Ethiopia will recognize Somaliland as an independent nation and Somaliland will gain a stake in Ethiopian Airlines. The deal has sparked condemnation from Somalia, which considers the agreement "null and void," and has raised concerns among other regional players like Eritrea and Egypt due to the strategic implications for the Red Sea corridor. The agreement is not yet legally binding but could lead to a formal treaty after further negotiations.

via The New York Times|

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