In world news, the capitals of Ethiopia and Sudan are to become twin cities. The Honorable Kuma Demeksa – Mayor of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – and The Honorable Abdulrahman Elkahdin – Mayor of Khartoum, Sudan – signed a bilateral agreement. It will make possible cooperation in tourism, trade, and investment. The accord will also help expand business opportunities in the two cities.

Our congratulations, The Honorable Kuma Demeksa and The Honorable Abdulrahman Elkahdin, Ethiopia, and Sudan, on your amiable relations. May the lovely people of both your nations move closer in friendship and understanding through this sisterly development.

http://www.sudantribune.com/Ethiopia-Sudan-capitals-sign-twin,37406 http://nazret.com/blog/index.php/2010/12/26/ethiopia-s-capital-addis-ababa-and-khartoum-sign-twin-cities-agreement