Gov’t vows to expedite repatriation of Ethiopians from Sudan

Addis Ababa, October 11, 2023 (FBC) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs disclosed that the Government would expedite the repatriations of Ethiopian nationals who are in difficult situations due to the current crisis in the Sudan.

The National Task Force, established in response to the current crisis to ensure that the refugees flow to Ethiopia are handled in a manner that safeguards Ethiopia’s national security, as well as evacuating Ethiopians living in Sudan from war zones, held a consultative meeting on issues to be addressed.

Ambassador Birtukan Ayano, State Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Chairperson of the National Task Force, announced that over 33,000 citizens have been repatriated following the Sudanese crisis, and have been provided with the necessary services along the border area.

The Task Force has finalized preparations to evacuate more Ethiopians in difficult conditions in the Sudan, she noted.