A good neighbour policy often makes for an appealing sound bite but in practice – as countries from Turkey to the US have found – it can prove extremely difficult. However, Djibouti has managed to develop a canny strategy towards its neighbours in order to ward off threats to its stability and ensure prosperity. Bordered by Ethiopia and...
Djibouti is a small country in an often turbulent neighbourhood. Much of its foreign policy since independence has been based on the dual goals of maintaining sovereignty and promoting development within its borders. However, over the past decade, the country has played an increasingly central role in regional diplomacy, not only for its...
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Located along a strategic international trade route connecting Africa, the Middle East, Europe and Asia, Djibouti’s economic development has been linked with rising global commerce. In order to fully harness its geographic advantages and maintain its competitiveness, the country is now focusing on infrastructure improvements and a gradual diversification of its economy. While growth rates over...
In 2014 Djibouti’s economy achieved a growth rate of nearly 6%, according to estimates from the African Development Bank. While unemployment remains a challenge, this growth figure, coupled with a young and expanding population, points to the strong potential of the country. Ports, logistics and associated services remain the dominant economic activity, accounting for more than 90% of GDP,...
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