U.S. State Department appoints New Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa

Washington (SONNA): In an official press statement by the United States, Secretary of State Mr. Antony J. Blinkin, appointed Ambassador David Satterfield as New Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, succeeding Ambassador Jeffery Feltman, SONNA reported. In the official Press Statement, Secretary Blinkin deeply appreciated Ambassador Satterfield’s willingness to take on this role and look forward to working with him closely in this new capacity. "Ambassador Feltman will continue to serve the U.S State Department in an advisory capacity, working closely with me and Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee. We are fortunate to be able to rely on these two extraordinary diplomats in support of U.S. diplomacy amidst the regional challenges and opportunities we face." U.S Secretary of State mentioned in the press statement     By: Mohamed Sabir