Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attended the official launch of Ethiopia's National Dialogue Conference in Addis Ababa.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed said Ethiopia lost the Red Sea due to internal quarrels that allowed external forces to interfere.
IGAD Executive Secretary Workneh Gebeyehu stated the dialogue marks a step toward a brighter future for the Horn of Africa.
African Union Commissioner Ambassador Bankole Adeoye noted the process sets an example for other African nations.