The 12th Tana High-Level Forum has brought together a large number of participants from diverse backgrounds to discuss key regional and international issues, with a particular focus on security and economic affairs, according to Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Spokesperson, Ambassador Nebiat Getachew.

The 12th Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa is being held in Bahir Dar, Northern Ethiopia, from October 23 to 25, under the theme “Pathways to Peace in Africa: Economic Sovereignty and Geopolitical Transformation.”

Speaking to The Pulse of Africa, Ambassador Nebiat said the wide participation makes the Tana Forum an important platform for discussing which seeks to promote dialogue and advance peaceful solutions to pressing security challenges.

Ambassador Nebiat noted that the forum has played a significant role over the years in advancing African solutions to African challenges.

He said this year’s discussions continue to focus on peace and security, bringing together ministers, former and current African presidents, academics, and think-tank representatives to exchange ideas through open dialogue.

He highlighted the Special Envoys’ Dialogue, held on the opening day, as an important part of the forum, bringing together African and international experts to discuss the evolving security situation, particularly in the Horn of Africa.

The ambassador said the discussions provide valuable insights that can inform policymakers at the African Union and in individual African countries as they work to promote peace and stability across the continent.

He also emphasized the significance of the discussions for Ethiopia, noting the country’s central position in the Horn of Africa and its importance in the region in terms of population and economic size.

Ambassador Nebiat stressed that coordinated action and dialogue among all stakeholders are essential to addressing regional security challenges and achieving lasting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.

The forum continues to provide a platform for African and international stakeholders to exchange perspectives and explore approaches to the continent’s peace and security challenges.