<p >President Salva Kiir Mayardit has returned to Juba following a regional diplomatic visit to Addis Ababa, where he held bilateral talks with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, on strengthening cooperation in trade, transport, security, and infrastructure, with both leaders emphasizing the need to accelerate joint efforts that promote sustainable regional economic development.<o:p></o:p></p><p >Senior government officials, including Vice President for the Economic Cluster, James Wani Igga, alongside presidential advisors, cabinet ministers, and heads of security institutions, received the President at Juba International Airport<o:p></o:p></p><p >Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Monday Semaya Kumba, has stated that the visit yielded positive outcomes, particularly in advancing bilateral cooperation and reinforcing economic ties between the two countries.<o:p></o:p></p><p data-start="1150" data-end="1343" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="" >He noted that the engagements underscored a shared commitment by South Sudan and Ethiopia to deepen collaboration in key sectors that are vital for regional integration and long-term stability.<o:p></o:p></p><p > </p>
