There is no doubt that the Ankara Declaration becomes involved in resolving misconceptions and disagreements between Ethiopia and Somalia at the earliest possible time. Apart from taking the Horn of Africa to new frontiers and heights, the declaration is anticipated without a shred of a doubt to ensure peace, growth, and affluence in every square inch of the region.
In a similar vein, the declaration hinges on a favorable outcome for all with a focus on bringing about peace and sustainability in the Horn of Africa almost immediately. No matter what the cost may be, the two nations should continue to stand in unison with the purpose of ensuring sustainable growth in the region in the shortest possible time.
It is common knowledge that this significant milestone plays a paramount role in foiling regional anti-peace elements’ conspiracies and ensuring sustainable peace in the left, right and center of the region in a little while.
Notwithstanding the fact that some groups have been bending over backwards to smudge the positive moves of the Ankara declaration coming up with various trumped-up stories, realizing their desired goal is turning out to be a wild goose chase.
It is a well-known fact that though some doomsayers at various points in time have been working around the clock to back the Horn of Africa into a corner, all their endeavors have been getting off the track. By any means whatsoever, scaremongers cannot turn into a reality their evil deeds going behind closed doors. To cut a long story short, they cannot bring to fruition their objectives and fulfill their aspiration.
The recent Ankara Declaration between Ethiopia and Somalia has been hailed by scholars as a significant step towards thwarting regional anti-peace elements’ conspiracies and advancing Ethiopia’s pursuit of a sea outlet.
Speaking to ENA, scholar commended the declaration as a vital move towards fostering lasting peace in the region.
They emphasized that the agreement plays a crucial role in countering the disruptive actions of peace-opposing elements, while also advancing Ethiopia’s goal of securing a sea outlet through peaceful and diplomatic means. Moreover, the declaration reflects the commitment of both countries to regional peace, with scholars noting that Ethiopia’s access to a sea outlet would bring sustained benefits not only to Ethiopia but also to its neighbors and the broader region.
Professor Ahmed Zekaria, Culture and History Researcher, has expressed optimism about the growing collaboration between Ethiopia and Somalia to resolve issues peacefully, underlining that the cooperation significantly contributes to ongoing peace and development efforts in the region.
The Ankara Declaration is critical for peace as it underscores the importance of communication and moving away from conflict and Ethiopia’s diplomatic policy, which prioritizes relationships with its neighbors, emphasizes the necessity of fostering peace.
Adem Kamil, another history researcher, has echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing Ethiopia’s strong foundation in truth and justice, safeguarding its national interests while respecting those of others.
The increasing cooperation and increasing engagement between Ethiopia and Somalia will make the people of the Horn of Africa embark on leading a meaningful life at the earliest possible moment.
With its large number of populations and vast territory, the region has the potential for regional development. Taking the aforementioned reality into account neighboring nations should make the most of this potential through the lens of a comprehensive approach to growth and development. In doing so, they can take the region to new opportunities and new horizons.
As taking the region to new possibilities is an unachievable mission in the absence of ensuring sustainable peace in the Horn of Africa, people from all segments of society and every walk of life should join hands to ensure the pursued objective at the earliest possible juncture.
It is worth mentioning that the Ankara declaration signed between Ethiopia and Somalia in black and white demonstrates the fact that the two nations can resolve their disagreement through round table discussion.
In a similar vein, the declaration resolved the disagreements between the two nations and ended up pouring cold water on the efforts of worrywarts who have been working at all hours of the day and night to move the region into uncharted waters.
For the sake of truth, the agreement will catapult the overall economic undertakings of the Horn of Africa in the timeliest manner possible.
Speaking to a local media, IGAD Head of Mission to Ethiopia, Abebaw Bihonegn recently said Ankara Declaration is not just a bilateral agreement between Ethiopia and Somalia rather it symbolizes a broader vision for peace and integration in the region.
The declaration represents a commitment between the two nations for peace and to collaborate on various fronts, including security, economic development, and social cohesion, he added.
He noted that such partnerships are vital to fostering stability not only between Ethiopia and Somalia but also across the broader East African region, emphasized the importance of this agreement in addressing peace and security in the region.
As nothing makes worrywarts happier than dragging through the mud the promising strides of the Ankara declaration, all pertinent bodies should join hands and put a damper on the efforts of the wrongdoers that strongly hate to see a prosperous region.
BY ADDISALEM MULAT
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD FRIDAY 3 JANUARY 2025
