Cairo, Egypt – A series of diplomatic consultations in Cairo involving Egypt, Somalia, Eritrea and a senior US envoy reflects growing efforts to coordinate approaches to security challenges in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea.The discussions come as Ethiopia’s maritime ambitions reshape regional politics, Red Sea shipping remains under pressure, and countries reassess old alliances and security partnerships.Few public details have emerged from the discussions. According to official statements, security in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region was at the centre of the agenda.That broad description reflects how issues once viewed separately, Ethiopia’s expanding regional…