Ethiopian official denies Donald Trump's claim that US funded River Nile dam
Official Response to Trumps Claim
An official from Ethiopia has denied the claim made by Donald Trump that the US funded the River Nile dam. The dam has been a point of contention between Ethiopia and Sudan, with both countries claiming rights to the water resource. The Ethiopian official stated that the dam is an engineering marvel and key to their development. Trump made the claim during a speech at the White House but provided no evidence to back up his statement.
History of Dispute
The dispute over the dam dates back decades but increased urgency as Ethiopia started filling the dam in July 2021. Sudan and Ethiopia have been in council discussions over the issue since then, with the African Union facilitating talks.
Future Negotiations
With the Ethiopian official denying Trumps claim, it is uncertain if the US will become further involved in negotiations. The official urged dialogue between the two African nations, citing the need for sharing resources in a way that is beneficial for both countries.
