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European Union support in the energy sector will help in the development of Eritrea to bring electricity to Eritrean households, schools, dispensaries and SMEs in remote areas not reached by the national grid. It will help to fight global climate change effects.
President Isaias Afewerki of the State of Eritrea carries out a 3-day visit to Ethiopia. President Isaias Afwerki arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, in the morning hours of today, July 14 for official visit at an invitation of Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia. Upon arrival at the Bole International Airport, President Isaias was accorded warm welcome by Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed, senior Ethiopian officials, religious leaders and a number of Addis Ababa residents.
Upon arrival at the Asmara International Airport, Dr. Abiy was accorded warm welcome by President Isaias Afwerki and Government and PFDJ higher officials. The historic visit of the Ethiopian Prime Minister and the meeting of the two leaders is the first of its kind in 20 years and is expected to herald a new chapter of peace and cooperation. President Isaias Afwerki and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed also held extensive discussions at the State House focusing on diplomatic, political and economic issues of interest to the two countries.
