Djibouti–Ethiopia relations

Djibouti–Ethiopia relations
Map indicating locations of Djibouti and Ethiopia

Djibouti

Ethiopia

Djibouti–Ethiopia relations are the bilateral relations between Djibouti and Ethiopia. Both countries are members of the African Union, Group of 77 and Non-Aligned Movement. Djibouti has an embassy in Addis Ababa and a Consulate-General in Dire Dawa. Ethiopia has an embassy in Djibouti city.

History

Diplomatic relations between the two countries was established in 1984.[1] Relations between the countries are generally good. Both countries share ownership of the Addis Ababa-Djibouti Railroad; however, this utility and offer is in need of repairs and upgraded capacity. The railroad is tied to the Port of Djibouti, which provides port facilities and trade ties to landlocked Ethiopia.

See also

References

  1. ^ "Ethiopia – Djibouti relations" Archived 2012-03-25 at the Wayback Machine, Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (accessed 9 October 2009)