GENEVA: The United Nations refugee agency on Thursday said the number of people forcibly displaced stood at a record 117.3 million as of the end of last year, warning that this figure could rise further without major global political changes. “These are refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced people, people being forced away by conflict, by persecution, by different and increasingly complex forms of violence,” said Filippo Grandi, the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). “Conflict remains a very, very deep driver of displacement.” In its report on global trends in forced displacement, UNHCR said that there had been a yearly increase in the number of people forcibly displaced over the last 12 years. More that 9 million people have been internally displaced and another 2 million have fled to neighboring countries including Chad, Egypt and South Sudan, Grandi said. In Gaza, Israel’s bombardment and ground campaign have caused around 1.7 million people – nearly 80 percent of the Palestinian enclave’s population – to become internally displaced, many of them multiple times.

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AL-MUKALLA: A commercial ship transiting the Red Sea was damaged on Wednesday in an attack by another vessel and a projectile thought to have been launched by the Houthi militia group, two UK maritime agencies said. A second maritime security service, Ambrey, identified the cargo ship as the Greek-owned Tutor and said it had suffered damage to its engine room. While the Houthis did not immediately claim responsibility for the attack, Ambrey said the boat seemed to have been launched by the militia group from Yemen. The judge was known for criticizing the Houthis for human rights violations and failing to pay public workers. Shortly before his abduction he voiced sympathy for a journalist who was attacked and beaten by the militia in Sanaa.

BEIRUT: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that mediators would keep trying to close an elusive ceasefire deal for Gaza after Hamas proposed changes to a US-backed plan, some of which he said were “workable” and some not. The ceasefire proposal has global support but has not been fully embraced by Israel or Hamas. “Hamas has proposed numerous changes to the proposal that was on the table. Phase three would see the launch of a reconstruction plan for Gaza and the return of remains of deceased hostages. On the Israeli side, 15 soldiers and 10 civilians have been killed since the war in Gaza began.

CEIR’s Predict Conference, set for September 2024, features futurists and experts discussing strategies to keep the B2B exhibitions industry resilient amid changing market dynamics. DALLAS – The Center for Exhibition Research (CEIR) announces the speaker lineup for Predict, CEIR’s Annual Exhibition Industry Outlook Conference to be held 12-13 September 2024 at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Md. The Predict program is laser-focused on ensuring the business-to-business (B2B) exhibitions industry remains viable and resilient in the face of evolving market dynamics. “Predict delivers a well-rounded approach, looking to the future and the global dynamics that may impact the business-to-business exhibitions industry,” said CEIR CEO Cathy Breden, CMP-F, CAE, CEM. “Predict is meant to synthesize the information, helping Predict attendees to strategically position their exhibitions for success in our fast-changing business environment.”Predict speakers represent leading futurists who will provide forward-thinking content and strategies applicable to B2B events and beyond.

Ethiopia has put on hold the sale of the state-owned telecommunications operator to foreign investors, opting to prioritize domestic retail investors ahead of listing on the nation’s new securities exchange. The government initially favored sale of 45% of Ethio telecom to foreign investors, but canceled the bidding process in November after Orange SA announced its decision to withdraw from the race. Emirates Telecommunications Group Co. had also been said to consider a bid.

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The Amhara Region's Mineral Resources Bureau revealed that the region produced nearly 19,950 kilograms of opal and gold over the past nine months. Mr. Tamrat Demse, Deputy Head of the Bureau, credits recent efforts focused on exploration and development. The Bureau highlighted the traditional mining methods used to produce the 19,950 kilograms delivered to the central market. Mr. Tamrat emphasized ongoing efforts to discover new resources, organize investors and local youth, and address challenges within the sector. Desalegn Mola, Chairman of a local mining association, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the benefits experienced by members who participate in legal mining practices.

In the past five years, Ethiopians and foreign nationals of Ethiopian descent have sent an average of USD 4.5 billion back to Ethiopia annually. During a recent government evaluation session, Fitsum Assefa, Minister of Planning and Development, reported that remittances reached USD 4.2 billion in the most recent fiscal year alone. "The remittance from the diaspora has been on a steady rise," stated Belayneh Aknaw, Deputy Director General of the Ethiopian Diaspora Service. Over 1,745 members have opened domestic bank accounts, depositing over USD 2.2 million in the past eight months. Additionally, the diaspora has also invested Birr 17 billion in development projects, creating over 1,000 jobs.

“YOU CAN’T TEACH AN OLD DOG NEW TRICKS”Isael Ze EtielThe Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) is a long-standing organisation that seems stuck in its ways, unwilling to learn from past mistakes. The TPLF’s actions have not received the condemnation they deserve, with the ongoing targeting of civilians and causing further tensions in the region. Learning from past mistakes and embracing new approaches is essential to avoid repeating the same catastrophic outcomes. Only through a peaceful resolution can the people of these regions rebuild their lives and achieve lasting peace. Only a peaceful resolution can bring an end to the ongoing humanitarian crisis and allow the people of Amhara to rebuild their lives.

0 shares ShareTweetPinAddis Ababa, June 12, 2024 (Addis Walta) The Ethiopian government, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has extended its condolences to the people and government of Malawi following the tragic death of Vice President Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and nine other Malawians. In a statement issued today, MFA Ethiopia stated, “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia is deeply saddened to learn about the tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of the Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima and other nine Malawians.”In a heartfelt gesture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed its deepest condolences to the bereaved families, friends, the Government, and the people of the Republic of Malawi. “The Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and its people stands in solidarity with the Government and people of the Republic of Malawi during this difficult time,” the statement read. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia offers prayers for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed.”

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Of the total budget, 283 billion birr has been allocated for capital expenditure, 451.3 billion birr for recurrent spending, 222.7 billion birr to subsidize regional states, and 14 billion birr for the implementation of Sustainable Development Goal projects. In addition, it foresees obtaining 61.4 billion birr from non-tax avenues, such as capital income, and expects further income of 49 billion birr in the form of grants (external assistance). During the budget speech, Minister Ahmed also attributed the decline in federal tax revenue to the increasing share allocated to regions from the joint tax revenue. This specialized tax system will target vehicles with the dual goals of increasing tax revenue and reducing carbon emissions from vehicles. Another tax scheduled for implementation in the upcoming fiscal year is the property tax, which seeks to standardize property taxation nationwide.

Riyadh doctors working remotely save Jordan pilgrim from stroke in MadinahRIYADH: Doctors working remotely from Riyadh helped a 72-year-old Jordanian pilgrim in Madinah survive a stroke this week, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday. The medical team specializing in telestroke medicine is affiliated with the Seha Virtual Hospital in Riyadh, the SPA reported. The pilgrim, who has a history of chronic illness, was treated at the Madinah General Hospital. In a joint effort, doctors from the Ministry of Health, the Seha Virtual Hospital, and the Madinah General Hospital located a brain clot and performed a cerebral catheterization procedure. A total of 5,466 volunteers, in over 16 locations in Madinah and Makkah, are helping with first aid and emergency care for Hajj pilgrims this year.

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) today launched the USAID Urban TB Local Organizations Network II Activity, a five year $8 million (450 million Birr) flagship project to control and prevent Tuberculosis (TB) and Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (DR-TB) in selected urban regions of Ethiopia. The project will be implemented in Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, Shaggar City in the Oromia region, and Harari National Regional State. “2024 marks an important milestone in the relationship between the people of the United States and the people of Ethiopia. The two countries established formal diplomatic ties 120 years ago, and 60 years later, USAID was established in Ethiopia. The United States Government is a longstanding partner in supporting the healthcare and wellbeing of the people of Ethiopia.