{"id":1723,"date":"2026-03-10T11:48:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.amn.gov.et\/en\/?p=1723"},"modified":"2026-03-10T11:48:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T11:48:37","slug":"ethiopias-seaport-access-seen-as-key-to-regional-peace-highlighting-geostrategic-significancegeneral-yimer-mekonnen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.amn.gov.et\/en\/ethiopias-seaport-access-seen-as-key-to-regional-peace-highlighting-geostrategic-significancegeneral-yimer-mekonnen\/","title":{"rendered":"Ethiopia\u2019s Seaport Access Seen as Key to Regional Peace, Highlighting Geostrategic Significance:General Yimer Mekonnen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>AMN PLUS-March 10\/2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>General Yimer Mekonnen said that Ethiopia\u2019s quest for sea access is not a new political agenda but an issue deeply tied to the nation\u2019s historical existence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A symposium organized by Rehabilitation and Development Association of Former Army themed \u201cRed Sea and Seaport\u201d is being held at the Adwa Victory Memorial in AddisAbaba.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking at the event, General Yimer Mekonnen, Head of Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) Education and Training Main Department, emphasized that Ethiopia\u2019s quest for sea access is not a recent political agenda but an issue deeply intertwined with the country\u2019s history and existence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe sea outlet issue is not a recent political interest; it is closely linked with Ethiopia\u2019s very existence, and this reality should be clearly understood by all,\u201d the General stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.amn.gov.et\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/647024723_1397465955760107_939256690437231055_n.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1725\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.amn.gov.et\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/647024723_1397465955760107_939256690437231055_n.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.amn.gov.et\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2026\/03\/647024723_1397465955760107_939256690437231055_n-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The general noted that the Red Sea has historically been connected to Ethiopia since ancient times, adding that it is regrettable that the sea has been separated from the motherland, in what he described as an unjust manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the General, ensuring access to the sea is a matter of national interest that would benefit not only Ethiopia but also the wider region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The general further highlighted the area\u2019s geostrategic significance, noting that Ethiopia\u2019s presence could contribute to strengthening regional peace and stability beyond its own interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, President of the Rehabilitation and Development Association of Former Army Sergeant Berhanu Amare, said the association has 305 branches across the country and remains committed to standing alongside the nation, its people and the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sergeant Berhanu also noted that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and his government have brought the long-standing port issue into public discussion, adding that the association stands ready to contribute to national efforts on the matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By Leta Teresa<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AMN PLUS-March 10\/2026 General Yimer Mekonnen said that Ethiopia\u2019s quest for sea access is not a new political agenda but an issue deeply tied to the nation\u2019s historical existence. 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