On the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Algiers Agreement of 12 December 2000—signed with the full backing of the international community to end the war and definitively demarcate the Eritrea–Ethiopia border—the United Nations, the European Union, Canada, Japan, Norway, and the United Kingdom reaffirm their unequivocal support for the Agreement and for the final and binding boundary demarcation decision of the Eritrea–Ethiopia Boundary Commission (EEBC).
Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on the 25th Anniversary of the Algiers Agreement
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the Algiers Agreement, a landmark peace treaty that formally ended the border conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia and established a crucial framework for peaceful relations between the two nations. With the support of the international community, the Agreement created mechanisms for demarcating the common border and reaffirmed the fundamental principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity for both nations.
At this important milestone, the Secretary-General reiterates the steadfast support of the United Nations for the Algiers Agreement. He recalls that seven years ago, the leaders of both countries renewed their commitment to peace through a joint declaration, a testament to the power of dialogue and cooperation.
At a time of renewed tensions, the Secretary-General urges Eritrea and Ethiopia to recommit to the vision of lasting peace and the respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity embodied in the Algiers Agreement and strengthen efforts to build good neighbourly relations. He calls upon both countries to continue working with regional and international partners to advance development cooperation for the benefit of all.
Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
New York, 12 December 2025
Ethiopia/Eritrea: Statement by the Spokesperson on the anniversary of the Algiers Agreement
12.12.2025 EEAS Press Team
Twenty-five years ago today, Ethiopia and Eritrea, with the support of the international community, concluded the Algiers Agreement to establish peace and demarcate a common border. It was followed by the historic 2018 peace agreement, which reaffirmed both countries’ commitment to respect the border as established by the Algiers Agreement and its subsequent Boundary Commission.
On this anniversary, we reiterate our full support for the Algiers Agreement and the border as established by the Boundary Commission. In line with these agreements, we call on both parties to respect sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity and to address any tensions or disputes through peaceful and diplomatic means. This remains key for the stability of the entire region.
Algiers Agreement anniversary 2025 Joint statement UK Norway Japan Canada
The governments of Canada, Japan, Norway and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement on the anniversary of the Algiers Agreement.
From: Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
12 December 2025
Today marks 25 years since the signing of the Algiers Agreement, which brought an end to the conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea.
We reaffirm our longstanding support for the Agreement and the principles it upholds, including the borders as established by its subsequent Boundary Commission. We call for the respect of the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of both Ethiopia and Eritrea.
In the spirit of the historic 2018 peace agreement between Ethiopia and Eritrea, we call for any tensions or disputes to be resolved peacefully and diplomatically.
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