Ethiopia Commends End of U.S. Sanctions on SudanOctober 11, 2017 - Ethiopia welcomed lifting of U.S. economic sanctions that were imposed on Sudan for the past 20 years. Ethiopian government praised the US government decision as the two countries are further strengthening their bilateral ties. “Sudan is more than a neighbor; we have a great deal in common with our strategic relationship built on close people-to-people relations”, stated Ethiopian Ministry of foreign affairs. The removal will be welcomed both in the Sudan and in the region as a step that will support and encourage further regional development, it added. The Ministry said “Ethiopia will continue to promote cooperation in the region to overcome any challenges facing Sudan, to support and build upon the results already achieved by all sides”.

Source: Ethiopian News October 11, 2017 19:52 UTC