UAE Welcomes Ceasefire in Tigray

Gulf

June 30th, 5:27am

Abu Dhabi - Asharq Al-Awsat

Ethiopians, who fled the ongoing fighting in Tigray region, carry their belongings after crossing the Setit River on the Sudan-Ethiopia border, in the eastern Kassala state, Sudan December 16, 2020. REUTERS/Mohamed Nureldin Abdallah/File Photo

The UAE has welcomed the declaration of a ceasefire in the Tigray region of Ethiopia, stressing that a political solution is the only way to end the conflict in the country. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation affirmed that this decision is an important step to achieve a political settlement and the aspirations of the Ethiopian people to build a future that meets their aspirations for peace and prosperity. It added that a constructive dialogue within the framework of state institutions along with the rule of law and the constitution is the only way to bring lasting peace and stability to the country. Meanwhile, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed have discussed means to foster cooperation in different sectors for the benefit of the two sides. This came in a phone call Sheikh Mohamed received from the Ethiopian Prime Minister, during which they explored issues of common concern. They also highlighted the latest regional and international efforts to achieve peace, stability and development, especially in African countries.

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