February 27, 2024 (DJIBOUTI, Djibouti): H.E. Mohamed Abdi Ware, Deputy Executive Secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development, on behalf of the Executive Secretary, and H.E. Sylvie Tabesse, the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Djibouti and IGAD, today signed a 4 million EUR Financing Agreement, enhancing the EU-IGAD partnership. This financial support highlights the EU's acknowledgment of IGAD's crucial role in promoting regional development and peace in the Horn of Africa.

The funds will fortify IGAD's efforts in addressing a spectrum of issues in the region, including natural disasters, humanitarian crises, and peace and security challenges. The agreement mirrors a shared commitment to stability, security, and development in the IGAD region.

The Financing Agreement symbolizes the EU's trust in IGAD's capacity to drive positive change, reflecting their belief that supporting IGAD is an investment in a more peaceful and prosperous Horn of Africa.