Ethiopia has submitted a written clarification to the UN Security Council responding to Egypt’s formal complaint about the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam

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  • Submission to UN Security Council

    • Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) confirmed that it submitted a detailed written clarification to the Security Council addressing Egypt’s GERD complaint.

    • The submission followed Egypt’s formal complaint after the GERD inauguration on 9 September 2025.

  • Ethiopia’s Position

    • MoFA spokesperson Ambassador Nebiyat Getachew stated the GERD marks a shift from “unfair” to “equitable” water use.

    • He stressed that Ethiopia only seeks equitable use of Nile waters and a fair right to development.

    • Ethiopia views its position as justified and believes its explanation to the Security Council is sufficient.

    • The project is portrayed as strengthening Ethiopia’s diplomatic standing and regional influence.

  • Egypt’s Complaint

    • Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty accused Ethiopia of violating international law and acting unlawfully by unilaterally inaugurating the GERD.

    • Egypt argued it will not abandon its “existential rights” over the Nile.

    • Cairo warned it would take all measures permitted under international law and the UN Charter to protect its vital water interests.

    • Egypt opposes Ethiopia’s unilateral control over shared Nile resources.

  • Ethiopia’s Peaceful Stance on Sea Access

    • Ambassador Nebiyat reiterated Ethiopia’s request for sea access is being pursued peacefully.

    • He argued external parties should not dictate Ethiopia’s needs, noting growing international acknowledgment of its request.

  • Diplomatic Engagements

    • Ethiopia participated in the second African Climate Summit and the Community of African Caribbean States Summit.

    • Ethiopia is preparing for an active role at the upcoming 80th UN General Assembly.

  • Regional and Strategic Implications

    • The GERD inauguration has intensified Ethiopia-Egypt tensions.

    • Ethiopia is leveraging its diplomatic engagements to bolster regional influence.

    • Egypt continues to frame the dispute as a matter of national survival tied to its Nile water dependency.


    Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on the Blue Nile.


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