Egypt supports development in Ethiopia, but not if it harms downstream nations: Abbas Sharaki

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Egypt reiterates support for Ethiopia's development efforts provided such activities do not harm downstream countries amid disputes over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD). The controversy continues due to the absence of a legally binding agreement on dam management between Egypt and Ethiopia.

The Ethiopian Minister of Water’s recent statements regarding his country’s desire to build new dams have sparked controversy, amidst ongoing disputes between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) and the lack of a legally binding agreement on its operation and management. Professor of Geology and Water Resources at Cairo University, Abbas … The post Egypt supports development in Ethiopia, but not if it harms downstream nations: Abbas Sharaki appeared first on Egypt Independent.