March 10, 2023
Africa: Blinken to Meet Ethiopia and AU Leaders in Addis and to Make First-Ever Niger Visit by a U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to Ethiopia and Niger March 14-17, 2023. On March 15, the Secretary will visit Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where he will discuss… Read more »
February 14, 2023
Ethiopia: High-Level U.S. Government Delegation Travel to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Food Security Dr. Cary Fowler, will join U.S. Department of State Assistant Secretary for Africa Molly Phee, the Special… Read more »
February 03, 2023
South Africa: Assistant Secretary Phee's Travel to South Africa, Nigeria, and Ethiopia
Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee will travel to South Africa, Nigeria, and Ethiopia February 5-19. Read more »
January 21, 2023
Ethiopia: Secretary Blinken's Call With Ethiopian Prime Minister Ahmed
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December 29, 2022
Africa: Launch of the AU Monitoring, Verification and Compliance Mission in Ethiopia
We applaud the signing and launch of the African Union's Monitoring, Verification and Compliance Mission (AU-MVCM) in Mekele, another important step toward securing lasting peace… Read more »
December 13, 2022
Ethiopia: Secretary Blinken and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Before Their Meeting
SECRETARY BLINKEN: Good afternoon, everyone. I'm very pleased to have Prime Minister Abiy here with us at the summit and in Washington. We have, I think, a historic moment for the… Read more »
Ethiopia: Secretary Blinken's Meeting With Ethiopian Prime Minister Ahmed
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November 28, 2022
Ethiopia: Ambassador At Large Fick's Travel to Ethiopia
Ambassador at Large for Cyberspace and Digital Policy Nathaniel C. Fick will travel to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia from November 28 to 30, 2022 to attend the 17th annual Internet… Read more »
November 22, 2022
Ethiopia: Secretary Blinken's Call With Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy
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November 02, 2022
Ethiopia: On the African Union-Led Peace Talks
We welcome the momentous step taken in Pretoria today to advance the African Union's campaign to "silence the guns" with the signing of a cessation of hostilities between the… Read more »
November 15, 2022
Ethiopia: Briefing With Senior State Department Official On the Situation in Ethiopia
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November 12, 2022
Ethiopia: Resumption of Humanitarian Assistance to Northern Ethiopia
We welcome the commitment to unhindered humanitarian access and clarification of cessation of hostilities implementing arrangements articulated in the Declaration of the Senior… Read more »
October 25, 2022
Ethiopia: On the Start of Northern Ethiopia Peace Talks
The United States welcomes the start of African Union (AU)-led peace negotiations between the government of Ethiopia and Tigrayan regional authorities in South Africa today. We… Read more »
October 21, 2022
Africa: Welcoming the Announcement of AU-Led Negotiations to Resolve Conflict in Ethiopia
The United States welcomes the planned launch of African Union-led peace talks next week between the Government of Ethiopia and the Tigrayan regional authorities. We commend South… Read more »
October 23, 2022
South Africa: U.S. Secretary of State Discusses Ethiopia Peace Talks with South African Foreign Minister
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October 14, 2022
Ethiopia: Intensifying Military Operations in Northern Ethiopia
The United States is deeply concerned over reports of increasing violence, loss of life, indiscriminate targeting of civilians, and destruction in the conflict in northern… Read more »
October 07, 2022
Ethiopia: Welcoming Renewal of the Mandate for the International Commission of Human Rights Experts On Ethiopia
The United States welcomes the renewal of the mandate of the International Commission of Human Rights Experts on Ethiopia (ICHREE) at the 51st Human Rights Council session. We view… Read more »
October 03, 2022
Africa: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Hammer Travels to Kenya, South Africa, and Ethiopia
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Mike Hammer will travel to Kenya, South Africa, and Ethiopia October 3-18, 2022. Special Envoy Hammer is returning to the region as… Read more »
September 20, 2022
East Africa: Digital Press Briefing With U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mike Hammer
Summary: Digital press briefing with U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mike Hammer. Special Envoy Hammer discussed his recent trip to the region in support of the African… Read more »
September 19, 2022
Ethiopia: U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Hammer's Work in Ethiopia
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Mike Hammer arrived in Ethiopia on September 5 to encourage efforts for an immediate stop to the fighting and participation by the… Read more »
September 11, 2022
Ethiopia: On the Occasion of the Ethiopian New Year - 2022
On the occasion of the Ethiopian New Year, the United States stands with the people of Ethiopia and supports ongoing diplomatic efforts to realize their desire to live in peace,… Read more »
September 02, 2022
Ethiopia: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer's Travel to Ethiopia
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Mike Hammer will travel to Ethiopia and the region September 4-15. He will press for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the… Read more »
August 30, 2022
East Africa: Arrival of Wheat-Carrying Brave Commander to East Africa From Ukraine
The United States welcomes the arrival in Djibouti of 23,300 metric tons of Ukrainian grain aboard the ship Brave Commander. This grain will be distributed within Ethiopia and… Read more »
August 24, 2022
Ethiopia: U.S. Concerned by Reports of Renewed Hostilities
We are concerned by reports of renewed hostilities in Ethiopia. We call on the Government of Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) to redouble efforts to advance… Read more »
July 23, 2022
Egypt: Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Mike Hammer's Travel to Egypt, the UAE, and Ethiopia
Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa (SEHOA) Mike Hammer will travel to Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Ethiopia July 24-August 1. He will provide U.S. support toward forging… Read more »