Eritrea Independence Day 2025: President Isaias Afwerki's Keynote Address | English Subtitles

About Isaias Afwerki

On May 24, 2026, President Isaias Afwerki delivered a speech in Tigrinya marking Eritrea's 35th Independence Day, broadcast on ERi-TV from Asmara. In the address, he discussed the geopolitical landscape of the Horn of Africa, economic resilience, and development frameworks. He referenced topics including the Horn of Africa region, the United States, China, Russia, Europe, Latin America, and Africa, and mentioned former U.S. President Donald Trump in the context of global affairs. Afwerki spoke about national sovereignty, unity, and dignity, and referred to the "old system" and the need for a "new system" of justice. He also mentioned Cuba, Iran, and the U.S., and discussed the importance of natural resources, technology, and military strength in the region. The speech included references to the sacrifices of martyrs and the 50-year struggle for independence.

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