The Ethiopian Region is composed of two distinct regions: Ogaden and AFAR. Ogaden is a six-letter region located in the eastern part of Ethiopia, bordering Somalia and Djibouti. It is home to the Somali ethnic group and is known for its arid climate and nomadic lifestyle. AFAR is a four-letter region located in the northeastern part of Ethiopia, bordering Eritrea and Djibouti. It is home to the AFAR ethnic group and is known for its hot and dry climate and its salt mining industry. Both regions are important parts of Ethiopia's cultural and economic landscape.