maritime security

President Isaias Afwerki's three-day visit to Egypt comes at a time when the political geography of the Red Sea and the Horn of Africa is being reshaped by conflict, shifting alliances, economic competition, and growing international interest in one of the world's most strategic

For years, Eritrea’s detractors treated isolation as destiny. Sanctions, pressure campaigns, diplomatic coldness and a steady stream of hostile commentary were supposed to shrink the country’s strategic weight. Eritrea was to be boxed in, talked down, written off and kept outside

Egypt's Foreign Minister praised Eritrea as a 'pillar of stability' during a recent visit to Asmara, where a maritime transport agreement was signed to enhance cooperation. The discussions focused on regional security and economic collaboration between the two nations.

The article discusses the potential for a diplomatic thaw between the U.S. and Eritrea, arguing that engagement is necessary for strategic interests in the Red Sea amid rising geopolitical competition.

Eritrea and Egypt have signed a maritime transport agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation in shipping and logistics. This deal reflects Eritrea's long-standing vision of a collaborative Red Sea region, emphasizing the importance of coastal-state responsibility.

Eritrea and Egypt have signed a maritime transport agreement during high-level talks in Asmara, aimed at enhancing economic cooperation and trade. The agreement is expected to strengthen logistics connectivity and support regional stability in the Horn of Africa.

The new U.S. counterterrorism strategy omits Eritrea but highlights its strategic importance in the Red Sea region. As maritime security concerns grow, Washington's priorities are shifting towards selective engagement and regional partnerships.

As the Strait of Hormuz buckles under the weight of war, a reckless axis of actors—driven by Abu Dhabi and executed by its clients in Addis Ababa—threatens to turn the Horn of Africa into a global economic catastrophe. At a moment when the Strait of Hormuz is already under severe