Mengistu Haile Mariam was the leader of Ethiopia from 1974 to 1991. During his rule, he implemented a number of foreign policies that sought to strengthen Ethiopia's position in the international arena. He sought to build strong ties with the Soviet Union and other socialist countries, while also maintaining a policy of non-alignment. He also sought to improve Ethiopia's relations with its African neighbors, and to promote regional economic integration. He also sought to increase Ethiopia's influence in the Middle East, and to promote the country's interests in the region. In addition, Mengistu sought to improve Ethiopia's relations with the United States, and to promote the country's interests in the international arena.
