Africa-Press – Ethiopia. Ethiopia’s pursuit of sea access is not merely a government initiative but a pressing public concern that will significantly shape the nation’s future and prosperity, Tesfaye Beljige, the Chief Government Whip Minister said.
Many observers note that the Red Sea issue is deeply connected to Ethiopia’s historical legacy, its ancient civilization, the foundation of its statehood, national security, and long-term economic ambitions.
Building on its geographical, historical, and economic context, Ethiopia has initiated discussions to secure maritime access based on principles of mutual benefit and partnership, aiming to create opportunities for shared development.
The country continues to pursue persistent diplomatic and legal avenues to assert its sovereign right to sea access—a quest that has spanned generations.
Ethiopia has now successfully elevated its quest for sea access from a mere demand to an internationally recognized diplomatic agenda, with attention now shifting to the modalities of implementation.
In this regard, Tesfaye said, “the request for a maritime port stem from its immense significance for the country’s development aspirations.”
The interests tied to this request encompass historical, geographical, economic, and legal dimensions, along with pressing concerns regarding security and stability, he added.
Tesfaye noted that historically, there have been efforts to undermine Ethiopia, with some entities attempting to seize its resources and distort its image, reflecting persistent misconceptions about the country’s capabilities and those who promote them.
He pointed out that despite the long-standing nature of the maritime port request, which has gone unaddressed; there is a growing consensus on its urgency.
He underlined that recent discussions among various community groups have reinforced the understanding that this quest reflects a public demand and a collective national aspiration.
He noted that while a few persistent adversaries continue to challenge Ethiopia’s maritime ambitions, the global community increasingly acknowledges the legitimacy of the request.
Tesfaye also highlighted an orchestrated effort aimed at denying Ethiopia access to its water resources and limiting their use for the country’s development.
He also blamed ‘historical adversaries’ for financially supporting fragmented and destructive forces working against Ethiopia.
Finally, the Government Chief Whip urged consistency on matters of national interest.
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