Geopolitical change in the region --- I think Egypt worries are linked to the economic gains of GERD which may transform Ethiopia to a regional power . In fact from my understanding studies were commissioned to evaluated the river flow after the internationalization of the GERD and its impact on the environment but since the problem is political they did consider furthering the study and evidence based decision. As a resident in Ethiopia i do understand their position as they lack sustainable electricity which is areal problem even in the capital . in this situation Science Diplomacy was not given a chance !

Source author: Souhila Amazouz souhila_amazouz@yahoo.fr