The United States once saw Abiy as a Nobel prize-winning peacemaker. The United Nations reports that government forces have now largely hemmed in TPLF fighters to northern Ethiopia, also blocking the delivery of humanitarian supplies. The AGOA trade programme provides sub-Saharan African nations with duty-free access to the United States on the condition they meet certain eligibility requirements. In December, U.S. officials told Reuters they were particularly concerned about Turkish arms sales to Ethiopia, especially drones. That’s another worry for the United States and European nations keen to preserve their clout.

Source: Ethiopian News January 06, 2022 04:34 UTC