Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki held strategic talks with Sudanese officials this week, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing security challenges in the volatile Red Sea corridor. The meeting comes as coastal nations navigate evolving geopolitical dynamics, including Ethiopia's renewed push for maritime access.
Sudan's Finance Minister Gibril Ibrahim and Information Minister Khalid Aleisir discussed cross-sector collaboration opportunities with Afwerki, emphasizing joint efforts to stabilize a region facing complex security threats. The Eritrean leader reiterated Asmara's commitment to supporting Khartoum's stability, particularly amid Sudan's ongoing conflict that began in April 2023.
Recent months have seen increased diplomatic activity among Red Sea states, with Afwerki previously visiting Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Analysts suggest these engagements reflect growing regional alignment to address shared challenges, from economic development to countering transnational security risks.
Notably, the discussions addressed humanitarian cooperation, with Sudan acknowledging Eritrea's provision of fee exemptions and mobility privileges for Sudanese citizens displaced by conflict. This reciprocal relationship underscores the strategic depth of bilateral ties as both nations work to mitigate regional instability.
