Djibouti times news

Here are some recent news articles from Djibouti Times, a leading English-language newspaper in Djibouti:

Headlines

1. Djibouti and Ethiopia Sign Historic Agreement on Port Development (March 10, 2023) - Djibouti and Ethiopia have signed a landmark agreement to develop a new port in the Ethiopian city of Dire Dawa, marking a significant step forward in regional economic integration.
2. President Guelleh Meets with French Foreign Minister (March 5, 2023) - Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh met with French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna in Paris, discussing bilateral relations, regional security, and economic cooperation.
3. Djibouti's Economy Grows 6.5% in 2022 (March 3, 2023) - The Djibouti National Statistics Agency has released figures showing that the country's economy grew by 6.5% in 2022, driven by strong performances in the services and construction sectors.
4. Djibouti and China Sign MOU on Belt and Road Initiative (February 28, 2023) - Djibouti and China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen cooperation on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), with a focus on infrastructure development and trade facilitation.
5. Djibouti's Military Strengthens Ties with US (February 25, 2023) - The Djiboutian military has signed a new agreement with the United States to enhance cooperation on security and defense issues, including counter-terrorism and maritime security.

Other News

• Djibouti's President Guelleh Congratulates New Ethiopian Prime Minister (March 10, 2023) - President Guelleh sent a congratulatory message to Abiy Ahmed, the newly elected Prime Minister of Ethiopia, expressing Djibouti's commitment to strengthening bilateral relations.
• Djibouti's National Assembly Approves 2023 Budget (March 8, 2023) - The Djiboutian National Assembly has approved the country's 2023 budget, which prioritizes infrastructure development, healthcare, and education.
• Djibouti's Port of Doraleh Handles Record Cargo Volume (March 6, 2023) - The Port of Doraleh, Djibouti's main commercial port, has handled a record 1.2 million containers in 2022, marking a significant increase in trade volumes.

Please note that these articles are subject to change and may not reflect the current situation.