On 13 October, state television released footage of Abiy telling lawmakers that Ethiopia’s landlocked status was like a “geographic prison”. The lack of a port is not just holding Ethiopia back from becoming an African superpower, but will in time “endanger Ethiopia’s existence”, he said. Referencing Ethiopia’s seafaring past, Abiy said he would assert the country’s “claim” to peacefully access the Red Sea, but his address was also laced with threats.
Over the last three years, Ethiopia has registered remarkable results in strengthening summer wheat cultivation. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed had launched this year’s summer national wheat cultivation program in Afar regional state last month. It was indicated during the occasion that the target for this Ethiopian year summer wheat cultivation would be three million hectares, which is 1.7 million more than last year's. The projected output during the current summer wheat cultivation is estimated at more than 100 million quintals. Out of this, half a million hectares of land has already been seeded.
The hotel has recently proclaimed its status as England’s first entirely vegan hotel. Meanwhile, Dubai is now home to what NH Collection Dubai The Palm claims are the city’s inaugural vegan-friendly hotel rooms. The Stanford InnWhile all of these newcomers bolster a growing list of vegan-friendly hotel options, a Northern California inn has been leading the plant-based way for more than 40 years and deserves a top spot on your bucket list. The Stanford Inn, a pioneer in plant-based hospitalityThe Stanford Inn, nestled on the serene Mendocino Coast, has been in operation since 1980, long before the plant-based trend took off. But throughout the years, the Stanford Inn has continuously been ahead, not by competition, but through commitment to sustainable practices.
Addis Ababa — Ethiopia's Ambassador to the US Sileshi Bekele held discussion with Sen. Mike Rounds on way to further promote the relationship between Ethiopia and the United States to strategic partner's level. "We have discussed US-Ethiopia relation, AGOA and trade, implementation of Pretoria peace agreement and humanitarian support," ambassador Sileshi twitted. Ethiopia-USA diplomatic relation was established 120 years ago, useful economic relationship such as in aviation industry, coffee, textile trades are expanding, he said. Ambassador Sileshi added that hundreds of thousands of Ethiopian diaspora live in USA and now it is timely to promote the relationship to strategic partners level. Congress may support such endeavors.
Today, he is a widely respected and well-loved, leading Technology Program Manager for Google’s Android Jetpack Program in Cambridge, MA, where he shares his wisdom and keen knowledge of one of Google’s most significant products with colleagues and people across the nation. Belay was hired as the lead program manager for the team among numerous candidates due to his program management and deep technical skills. He is the lead Technical Program Manager of Google’s Android Jetpack program. As part of the scaling, an experienced program manager with deep technical expertise was required to lead the Jetpack program end to end. Belay demonstrates deep technical and process innovation, along with superior communication management skills by effectively conveying the progress to 50+ senior leads, and devising risk mitigation plans accordingly.
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Transcript:The Inside Story: Israel at WarEpisode 117 – November 9, 2023Show Open:Now... on The Inside Story: Israel at War. LINDA GRADSTEIN, VOA Correspondent:In Israel, the public is focused on the fate of some 240 hostages including 30 children. Anita, Former Israeli Gaza Settler:So today I’m thinking, 'Wow, you know, is still empty, you can look at the map, look at Google maps. Debbie Rosen, Former Israeli Gaza Settler:But the terrible thing it was Oslo, Oslo Process, Oslo Agreement, 1993, 1994, 1995, which said, Gaza and Jericho first. Debbie Rosen, Former Israeli Gaza Settler:We were evacuated from home, from Gaza Strip, 22 communities, 10 thousand residents.
Russian and Ethiopian investors gathered in Moscow to explore collaborative opportunities and leverage investment prospects in Ethiopia. The forum, organized by the Ethiopian Ministry of Trade, facilitated dialogue between officials and investors from both countries. Discussions focused on the growing role of the manufacturing industry in Ethiopia and how foreign investment can leverage experiences and technologies to contribute to the country's economic development. Russian investors expressed their keen interest in the African market and noted that Ethiopia is becoming a preferred investment destination. The Ministry of Industry has already signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with six Russian companies eager to invest in Ethiopia, particularly in textile, metal engineering, and pharmaceutical sectors.
The latest clashes broke out on Wednesday, with Fano eventually seizing control of much of Lalibela, according to residents. But on Thursday, a resident said that the fighters had "left during the night" and "ENDF now control the city". Residents had said the fierce fighting on Wednesday saw federal forces pushed back to a base on the outskirts of the town, which has a population of around 37,000 according to official statistics. Ethiopia's human rights body in September accused federal forces of carrying out extra-judicial killings in Amhara and mass arbitrary detentions in the region and elsewhere under the state of emergency. And when Abiy's government announced it was disbanding regional forces, it triggered angry protests by Amhara nationalists who said it would weaken their region.
The reality is that “family” looks different for everybody. It’s often less about proximity and blood relations than about heart ties; for many, found family is just as important as inherited family. “In my case, it was board members from Taylor that really took a hold of me and made me feel part of the Taylor family and helped me walk through those moments of feeling homesick,” she said. This year, he serves as co-president of Multicultural Student Association (MSA). Nate Chu (’05) is in his third year as director of international student programs.
Mr. Aly Khan Satchu, a seasoned business expert, joined us from Kenya to shed light on the topic. -Niamey Unveils the Niger-Benin Pipeline-In a momentous occasion, Niamey inaugurates a remarkable Pipeline, paving the way for a new era of prosperity and progress. -Africa's Digital Divide: Challenges and Opportunities-Digital connectivity remains a critical issue in Africa, with half of the population offline. Bridging this gap by 2030 could unlock substantial economic opportunities, impacting GDP and various industries. We'll dive into the story and uncover the challenges and opportunities in the digital landscape across the continent.
The shooter who tore a trail of mayhem through Portland’s closely tied Ethiopian community before turning the gun on himself Tuesday knew at least one of his victims but his motive remains unknown, according to the brother of a man wounded during the spree. Police said a gunman shot and killed 39-year-old Duresa Kuri Tibeso at a semi-truck parking lot on North Portland Road about 6:30 p.m. and wounded another man about 15 minutes later in Northeast Portland. The gunman was found dead about three hours later in a car near Pittock Mansion, police said.
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Further, the two countries should explore settlement of trade transactions in the local currency to boost bilateral trade and conserve foreign exchange. “Both sides agreed to address all issues impeding bilateral trade and facilitate trade promotion between the two countries. The Indian side invited the Ethiopian side to collaborate on India’s Unified Payment Interface (UPI) and Ethswitch of Ethiopia. It urged Ethiopia to explore the possibility of settlement of trade transactions in the local currency, which would help boost bilateral trade and conserve foreign exchange,” the release added. Bilateral trade between India and Ethiopia was valued at $642.59 million in 2022-23.
(Photo by Eileen Mellon)A la CartThe latest restaurant from RVA Hospitality Group is now open downtown in the former Max’s on Broad space. (Richmond magazine)The Secret Is OutSecret handshakes, special coins and a bittersweet, herbal bite — enter the world of Fernet-Branca. (Richmond magazine)Winner, WinnerWhen Kwame Hayford was a teenager, his first job was frying chicken at a grocery store. (Richmond magazine)Inspired by the YouTube show “Hot Ones,” Midlothian’s Mike Oughton launched his own line of bottled sauces and rubs, Hurricane Mike’s. (Richmond magazine)Satiate your sweet tooth this weekend during Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Cathedral’s first-ever Greek pastry sale.
