IOM new representative in Ethiopia presents copy of her credentials to MFA

Addis Ababa, September 06, 2022 (FBC) – Newly appointed IOM (International Organization for Migration) Representative to Ethiopia, Abibatou Wane-fall has presented today her copy of credentials to the Director of Protocol Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Mr. Demeke Atnafu.

Following his welcoming remarks, Demeke briefed the IOM Representative about the current state of affairs in Ethiopia.

He called on the international community to condemn the unwarranted new wave of attacks launched by the TPLF against adjacent regions, further reaffirming the Ethiopian government’s commitment to the AU-led peace process.

The two sides noted that existing cooperation between Ethiopia and the IOM in repatriating and integrating migrants should be further strengthened.