During a bilateral talk between Ethiopia and Djibouti on Thursday, June 19, 2014, representatives of the countries have announced they are committed boost their bilateral relations. The bilateral relation is said to enhance the socio- economic benefits the peoples of both countries will get.

Solomon Abebe, Foreign Ministry African Affairs Director General, said the relation of the two countries is remarkable and also noted there is an increase in people to people integration.

Commenting on the meeting Solomon said, it was aimed at evaluating the implementation of goals and strategic plans adopted by the 12th Joint Ministerial meeting held in Addis Ababa.

According to the Director General the two nations have reached on a consensus to outline action plans in order to address common problems in the areas of security, education and health.

Djibouti’s Director for Bilateral Relation, Yachin Houssein, on his part appreciated the two countries relationship to be strong in every aspect but noted they should work on exchanging information on epidemic and addressing human trafficking.

Houssein furthered the two countries have tight bilateral relations in economic integration, political and social levels. He added this is expected to be further strengthened.

Commenting on the meeting Houssein said, the meeting will lay down major strategic guideline for the 13th Joint Ministerial meeting.

Source: The Ethiopian Herald