NISS Director General Redwan Speaks on Regional Peace at Tana Forum

NISS Director General Ambassador Redwan Hussein addressed the Tana Forum Special Envoys Dialogue, focusing on the Horn of Africa's strategic importance and current instability. Redwan warned that while the region possesses immense resources, it faces significant risks from external power rivalries, historical grievances, and terrorism. He specifically highlighted the growing militarization of the Red Sea and threats to commercial shipping as critical issues affecting regional security.

He argued that the security of the Red Sea cannot be managed by only a few littoral states and called for a collective, collaborative approach. As a landlocked nation dependent on maritime trade, Ethiopia is deeply committed to mitigating these threats and promoting regional integration. The Director General concluded by reaffirming Ethiopia's dedication to regional peace initiatives and its readiness to cooperate through various diplomatic platforms.