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The Outbreak of Peace and Symbolism of the Ethiopian-Eritrean Border
Authors
Rida Lyammouri
March 26, 2019
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International Relations
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Africa

The opening of the border between Ethiopia and Eritrea symbolized an important phase in the newfound relations between the two. Since their rapprochement in June 2018, events have occurred at a frenzied pace, yet much was still in the political arena and removed from demonstrating tangible benefits to average citizens. By opening the border, the leaders of Ethiopia and Eritrea changed that. Yet the border opening also reveals an insight into a previously isolated and largely closed nation in Eritrea, raising crucial questions in the process.

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