U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Ethiopia’s PM amid a Djibouti summit to boost regional security, counterterrorism, and economic ties amid instability and rising oil prices.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed about regional security, counterterrorism, and economic development, coinciding with a trilateral summit in Djibouti involving leaders from Somalia, Ethiopia, and Djibouti. The meeting focused on countering al-Shabaab, enhancing economic integration, and addressing regional instability amid rising global oil prices and Middle East tensions. Leaders expressed concern over maritime trade disruptions and potential shifts in Ethiopia’s maritime access strategies, including possible recognition of Somaliland. The summit highlighted growing regional cooperation to strengthen security, infrastructure, and resilience against external shocks.