Demeke Mekonnen, Ethiopia Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen today held a consultative meeting United Kingdom (UK) Special Envoy for the Red Sea & Horn of Africa (HoA), Sarah Montgomery in his office on August 17, 2022.
The envoy was updated by the deputy prime minister on the situation in Ethiopia’s northern area, and reiterated that the government was committed to the ongoing peace process being led by the African Union (AU).
He urged the preservation of the two nations’ long-standing connections and emphasized the necessity of strengthening Ethiopia’s relationships with the UK.
He also appreciated the UK government’s comprehensive and all-encompassing aid to Ethiopia.
Demeke also spoke extensively about the situation in Ethiopia’s north and the commitment of the government to the ongoing peace process being led by the AU.
As this is the special envoy’s first visit to the Horn of Africa, she said she is keen to find out how she can aid the peace process.
Montgomery expressed optimism that her peace mission in the area will be successfully completed.