Ethiopia rejects any path of war and armed resistance as means for conflict resolution, says Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn during today’s visit to Juba.
The Ethiopian Premier says they agreed with his South Sudanese counterpart, Salva Kiir on security, infrastructure development and trade relations between Juba and Addis Ababa.
Premier Desalegn recognizes that state building is a complex and overwhelming task.
The Ethiopian Prime Minister urges South Sudanese people to recognize the importance of peace for themselves and the region.
Work for peace and stability in the nation, he advises.
President Salva Kiir says the two countries will not allow their territories to be used by negative forces for launching hostile activities.
He says the bilateral agreements with Ethiopia will see efficient road transport between the two countries.
The Joint Communiqué on South Sudan and federal bilateral relationship convey their interest in strengthen the historical friendly relations between the two countries.
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