1. African Unity: Emperor Haile Selassie was one of the key figures behind the formation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in 1963. Ethiopia advocated for African unity and worked to strengthen the OAU; the organization played a significant role in decolonization and promoting regional peace and security.
2. Non-Alignment: Ethiopia under Emperor Haile Selassie pursued a policy of non-alignment during the Cold War, maintaining friendly relations with both Western and Eastern Bloc countries. This helped Ethiopia avoid being caught in the middle of the superpower rivalry.
3. Supporting Anti-Colonial Movements: Ethiopia lent its support to a number of anti-colonial movements in Africa, including the African National Congress in South Africa and the Eritrean Liberation Front. Ethiopia provided training and other forms of assistance to these movements, which helped them gain independence.
4. Promoting Peace: Ethiopia under Emperor Haile Selassie played a key role in promoting peace and security in the region. The emperor helped mediate conflicts between neighboring countries, such as Sudan and Somalia, and played a key role in resolving conflicts in Congo and Uganda.
5. Humanitarian Aid: Ethiopia under Emperor Haile Selassie also provided humanitarian aid to other African countries in times of crisis. After the earthquake in Agadir, Morocco, in 1960, Ethiopia sent medical teams and relief supplies to the affected areas. Similarly, when a hurricane hit Madagascar in 1970, Ethiopia sent aid to the country.
6. Global Advocacy: Emperor Haile Selassie was an active advocate for Ethiopia and Africa on the global stage. He spoke out against apartheid in South Africa and advocated for African representation in the UN Security Council. His advocacy helped raise awareness of African issues and influenced global policy towards Africa.
Ethiopia's foreign policy during Emperor Haile Selassie l successes
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