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Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Sudan, Ambassador Yibeltal Aemero met with the Governor of Gadarif State, Suleiman Ali Mohammed Musa.
They thoroughly discussed the latest events in Tigray, Ethiopian refugees in Sudan, and the importance of interregional state cooperation.
On the occasion, Ambassador Yibeltal said that the government has quickly completed the law enforcement operation and is now busy with rehabilitation and restoration work.
The government is also working alongside the interim Tigray government to restore the bureaucratic structure, as well as going after fugitives and disarming illegal militants.
Thanking the government of Sudan and the state of Gadarif for welcoming Ethiopian refugees, Ambassador Yibeltal requested the governor’s support for the return of Ethiopians to their homes considering the restoration of peace and stability in Tigray.
He also stressed that neighboring regional states should meet regularly to discuss development and security, expand people-to-people engagements, and control human and arms trafficking, as well as smuggling.
The governor, for his part, said Sudan closed its border and tightened control after the law enforcement operation in Tigray, in keeping with the long-standing relationship between the two countries.
On the other hand, the governor said, Sudan opened its doors to Ethiopians and provided all the necessary support until other donors began providing aid to refugees.
Dr. Suleiman reaffirmed that the restoration of peace in the Tigray region has created favorable conditions for the return of refugees, and would support the efforts of the Ethiopian government in this regard.
He stated that Ethiopia and Sudan contribute to peace and development in the region and beyond, and should work closely to strengthen relations on various commitments.
