At the end of the year, Ernst returned to East Africa from his visit to Europe. East Africa was actually well received this time, especially by Germany.
It's similar to how Western countries welcomed the Far East Empire during the financial crisis in 2008; in the 1970s, East Africa's significance to Germany undoubtedly rose several levels, playing a crucial role in stabilizing Germany's economy, while also allowing Germany to recognize part of East Africa's strength.
Previously, Italy was courted by various parties. Now Italy has split into three nations, with part of it occupied by Austria-Hungary, leading to the absence of a strong country in mainland Europe. This has brought East Africa into Germany's sights, although East Africa is still in Africa, making it less important compared to the Ottoman Empire.
