Addis Ababa — The United Kingdom's Ambassador to Ethiopia, Darren Welch, says Ethiopia's aspiration to secure access to seaports for its growing economy is understandable and should be addressed through peaceful dialogue. In his recent interview with Pulse of Africa, Ambassador Welch said: "So look, I come from a country which has 51 major ports and more than 120 other ports. Ambassador Welch said his country understands Ethiopia's perspective. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has repeatedly stressed that Ethiopia's quest for sea access is rooted in peaceful negotiation and mutual benefit. The United Kingdom is also engaged in practical initiatives aimed at strengthening Ethiopia's port connectivity.

Source: Ethiopian News February 25, 2026 00:14 UTC