President Taye Addresses Joint Session of the House on Key National Issues
Ethiopia and the World Bank sign $70 million Agreement for Governance Modernization
120th Anniversary of Ethiopia-U.S. Diplomatic Relations Celebrated in Addis Ababa
NEWS IN BRIEF
Ethiopia
Ambassador Taye Atske Selassie was appointed as President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia during a joint sitting of the House of People’s Representatives and the House of Federation held on Monday (October 7).
On Monday (October 7), the newly appointed President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Taye Atske-Selassie Amde, addressed the joint session of the Houses of Peoples Representatives and of Federation on key national, regional, and global issues. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attended the joint opening session of the House of Federation and House of People’s Representatives, where the House endorsed the nomination of Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie for the Presidency. (See Article)
Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh, on Tuesday (October 8), conferred with the Director General of the United Nations International Organization for Migration (UN-IOM), Amy E. Pope. The discussion centered on topics essential to fostering cooperation between the two parties.
The 3rd Pan-African Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference kicked off at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa under the theme “Empowering Africa with Artificial Intelligence” on Tuesday (October 8). Senior government officials, including Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh attended the two-day conference organized by the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute.
On Thursday (October 10), State Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, hosted a series of important meetings at his office, addressing both bilateral and multilateral cooperation.
Ambassador Mesganu met with the former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Mauritius. Their discussions focused on enhancing relations and addressing shared interests, both bilaterally and within multilateral frameworks.
Later, the State Minister welcomed Olivia Leslie, Ambassador-Designate of Ireland to Ethiopia. The talks highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral ties between Ethiopia and Ireland and exchanged views on regional and global matters of common concern.
Ambassador Sune Krogstrup, Denmark’s Ambassador-Designate, also met with Ambassador Mesganu. Their discussions explored the expansion of their long-standing partnership, with a focus on development cooperation, combating climate change, and advancing climate-resilient agricultural practices.
The State Minister’s final meeting was with German Ambassador-Designate Jens Hanefeld. Their dialogue centered on regional peace and stability, with Ethiopia reaffirming its dedication to peace, security, and development to achieve its national and regional aspirations.
On Wednesday (October 9), Ambassador Mesganu welcomed Alexis LeMek, the French Ambassador to Ethiopia, for a meeting. Their discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations, with an emphasis on opportunities for deeper collaboration between the two nations.
Later that day, Ambassador Mesganu met with Sofie From-Emmesberger, the newly appointed Ambassador-Designate of the European Union to Ethiopia. They discussed furthering the longstanding strategic partnership between Ethiopia and the EU, focusing on key areas such as regional peace and stability, climate change, and economic development.
Ambassador Mesganu Arga received Chen Hai, Ambassador-Designate of China to Ethiopia, at his office on Tuesday (October 8). The two diplomats exchanged views on enhancing cooperation, particularly within the framework of BRICS Plus and other multilateral platforms.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa jointly hosted a diplomatic reception on Friday (October 4) at the Yared School of Music, Addis Ababa University, to honor the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations. The event brought together high-ranking government officials from Ethiopia, members of the diplomatic community, and friends of both Ethiopia and the United States. (See Article)
An Ethiopian delegation, led by State Minister of Finance Eyob Tekalign, attended the AFSIC Invest in Africa Conference in London from October 7-9. On Wednesday (October 9), they also held bilateral discussions with Nick Dyer, Permanent Undersecretary at the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office, and representatives from British International Investment.
Ethiopia’s BRICS Ministerial Steering Committee convened on Thursday (October 3), where the Ministerial Steering Committee finalized Ethiopia’s BRICS Engagement Strategy, which had been under review for the past few months.
During a press briefing held on Thursday (October 10), Ambassador Nebiat Getachew, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, updated journalists on current affairs. He highlighted Ethiopia’s citizen-centered diplomacy, focusing on the safety of Ethiopians in Lebanon. So far, the National Committee has successfully facilitated the return of 51 vulnerable Ethiopians from Lebanon, and he urged others to register through the Consulate’s platforms.
Ambassador Nebiat also discussed Ethiopia’s election to the UN Human Rights Council (2025-2027) and its successful diplomatic engagements at the 79th UN General Assembly.
The Ethiopian government and the World Bank signed a $70 million financing agreement to support the country’s development. In a statement released by the Ministry of Finance on Monday (September 30), it was announced that the agreement, in the form of a concessional loan, was signed by Ethiopian Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide and the World Bank’s Country Director for Ethiopia, Maryam Salim. (See Article)
Ethiopia was elected as a member of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) for the 2025-2027 term during the 79th UN General Assembly meeting held in New York on Wednesday (October 9). This marks Ethiopia’s third term on the Council, following its previous memberships from 2013-2015 and 2016-2018.
An Ethiopian Roundtable Business Session was held last week in Oslo, Norway, from October 1-3 on the sidelines of the 13th Nordic-Africa Business Summit 2024. The Session brought together over 35 Norwegian investors and heads of companies. On the occasion, Ambassor Mihreteab Mulgeta called on Norwegian investors to invest in Ethiopia and seize the untapped business opportunities.
The second Regional Review of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM) took place in Addis Ababa on Wednesday (October 9), focusing on harnessing migration’s potential. Ethiopia’s Justice Minister, Gedion Timotheos, highlighted the country’s key role in the GCM process and its commitment to aligning migration policies with national priorities and the SDGs.
Djibouti
President Ismail Omar Guelleh, on Monday (October 7), expressed his warm congratulations to the new President of Ethiopia, H.E. Taye Atske Selassie.
Kenya
Belayneh Akinaw, Deputy Director-General of the Ethiopian Diaspora Service, met with Roseline Kathure Njogu, Principal Secretary of the State Department for Diaspora Affairs of Kenya, on Wednesday (October 9) at the Ethiopian Diaspora Service Directorate in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to discuss collaboration and exchange ideas on managing their respective diasporas.
Sudan
An African Union (AU) delegation visited Port Sudan on Thursday (October 3) to present a roadmap for ending Sudan’s ongoing conflict and to express solidarity with the Sudanese people. The delegation, comprising representatives from fifteen AU Peace and Security Council (PSC) member states, met with government officials to discuss the AU’s proposal.
Africa and the African Union
According to a Statement released by the Bureau of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on Monday (October 7), the Chairperson of the AUC, Moussa Faki Mahamat, warmly congratulated Ambassador Taye Atske Selassie on his appointment as President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. The Chairperson also commended outgoing President Sahle-Work Zewde for her historic and impactful leadership during her six-year tenure in office.
President Taye Addresses Joint Session of the House on Key National Issues
On Monday (October 7), the newly appointed President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Taye Atske-Selassie Amde, addressed the joint session of the Houses of Peoples Representatives and Federation on key national, regional, and global issues. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attended the joint opening session where the House endorsed the nomination of Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie for the Presidency.
In his comprehensive address to the Nation, right after being sworn in as the fifth President of the FDRE, President Taye outlined Ethiopia’s significant strides in economic development, infrastructure, and social welfare over the past year. In his state of the nation address, the President, among others, stated the fact that, despite facing manifold challenges, the country has demonstrated resilience and made notable progress. He said,
“Despite its opportunities for progress, our country remains plagued by narrow-minded and visionless ideas. Because we have developed a political culture that regards political differences that could have been resolved as insurmountable obstacles, we have been preoccupied with efforts to clean up the political dirt that has long plagued the country. Our efforts to resolve our country’s political conflicts, repair its fractures, and fill its fissures have been undermined by destructive attempts that threaten the country’s future.”
Echoing the collective and iterative efforts of the government to both project optimism and register tangible results towards the betterment of the welfare of nationals, the President noted,
“On the one hand, our government is working to correct this erroneous belief, while on the other it is working to raise a generation that refuses to accept it. That is why we chose to maintain our composure in order to avoid evil, and we persevered through all of the trials that tested us.”
In spite of structural and systemic challenges that exacerbate poverty and backwardness, placing us among the poorest nations, even by contemporary standards, President Taye underscored the burden the current generation shouldering the responsibility of fixing these problems. He said, the Government is designing and implementing various development strategies to address these challenges.
Ethiopia achieves 8.1 pc economic growth during last fiscal year
President Taye highlighted the nation’s economic growth, which reached 8.1 percent in the 2016 fiscal year (EFY),. This positive trend was attributed to various factors, including increased foreign direct investment, job creation, and a thriving agricultural sector. Ethiopia’s GDP growth showcased the government’s successful implementation of the Homegrown Economic Reform, which has transformed challenges into opportunities. Parallel to the pivotal economic growth, key achievements of the 2016 EFY, among others, include:
Foreign Direct Investment: Foreign Direct Investment increased by 13.8 percent in the last Fiscal Year, with an inflow of 3.9 billion US dollars. The country was able to create 4.25 million jobs during the Fiscal Year. 379,000 citizens have benefited from foreign job opportunities since the establishment of a conducive legal framework for foreign employment. The increase in trade in goods and foreign trade in services demonstrates that the country’s efforts to repair the inherited economic fractures are on track.
Foreign Trade: Various activities have been implemented to boost exports. Foreign trade totalled 3.8 billion USD during the Fiscal Year as a result of our efforts to diversify export products and broaden market reach. The trade in coffee, oilseeds and pulses, and gold outperformed the previous Fiscal Year. In the Fiscal Year, trade in goods and services, remittances, and direct investment totalled USD 21.5 billion.
Economic Reforms: Ethiopia’s economy is at a critical juncture, poised for positive change. It is becoming more pragmatic and market-driven, and it is shifting from a single-sector growth orientation to a multi-sector one in order to compete globally. This ensures that the economy continues to provide a fair benefit to the people. This indicates that the goals of increasing national productivity and economic growth outlined in the 10-year National Development Plan are on track to be met.
The Ethiopian government has implemented two Homegrown Economic Reforms over the past six years to address the country’s economic problems. The first reform focused on mending the economy’s cracks and achieved encouraging results. The second reform aims to ensure macroeconomic stability, improve the investment and business environment, increase productivity and competitiveness, and strengthen the government’s ability to execute.
Agricultural Productivity: The agricultural sector in Ethiopia experienced significant growth in the previous fiscal year, achieving a 6.9 percent annual growth rate. This growth was driven by increased production of staple crops, including wheat, rice, and corn. Wheat production reached a record high of 230 million quintals due to successful initiatives like the Summer Wheat Production Initiative and irrigation efforts. Ethiopia even exported wheat for the second consecutive year, earning foreign currency. The ‘Bounty of the Basket’ initiative boosted agricultural yields nationwide, including animal source food like honey and fish. This increased production not only helped citizens cope with inflation but also created job opportunities and enabled farmers to sell surplus products. Overall, the agricultural sector’s growth has positively impacted Ethiopia’s economy and food security.
Green Legacy Initiative: The Government is well-known for prioritizing nature conservation and the development of a green economy. Ethiopia intends to plant 50 billion saplings under this flagship Initiative. The nation, as such, planted 40 billion saplings since the initiative began six years ago. In 2016, 7.6 billion saplings were planted with the theme “A Nation that Plants; a Generation that Sustains.” Committed to making the country greener, a new record was set this year by planting 615.7 million saplings in just one day.
Industry Sector: The sector grew by 9.2 percent in the Fiscal Year, with the large and medium scale manufacturing sub-sector growing by 10.2 percent. A movement known as ‘Let Ethiopia Produce’ (Ethiopia Tameret) is being institutionalized to address manufacturing bottlenecks and ensure the sector’s long-term growth. Concrete steps taken in this initiative have increased the manufacturing sector’s production capacity by 59%. While the sector has a 40 percent domestic market share, import substitution has replaced $2.8 billion in manufacturing revenue.
The Service Sector: The service sector experienced 7.9 percent growth during the Fiscal Year. The tourism sector, which falls under the service sector, is a critical component in the operation of multi-sectoral growth. In the Fiscal Year, 1.15 million foreign tourists visited Ethiopia. The various Tourism Destination Initiatives assisted us in establishing new and expanding existing tourist destinations. Furthermore, through the ‘Dine for Generation’ (Gebeta Letwilid) initiative, new tourism destinations are being developed in the country.
Digital Ethiopia Strategy: Various efforts have been made to implement the Digital Ethiopia strategy. Legal and policy frameworks are in place to establish the digital ecosystem, which is critical to Digital Ethiopia’s success. Furthermore, developing and deploying a skilled workforce is critical to Digital Ethiopia‘s success. With this in mind, the “Five Million Coders” Initiative is being implemented to help young people, Government employees, and other stakeholders develop digital technology skills.
Infrastructure Development: Ethiopia has prioritized infrastructure development, focusing on roads, electricity, telecommunications, and clean water access.
Road Network: The country’s road network expanded significantly, reaching 169,600 kilometres by the end of the 2016 fiscal year.
Electricity Generation: Electricity generation capacity increased to 5,259 megawatts, improving coverage and accessibility.
Telecommunications: Mobile phone users surged to 83.3 million, enhancing telecom coverage and internet access.
Clean Water: Over 74.7 million people gained access to safe drinking water, representing 69% of the population.
Encouraging results were recorded in the land, air, and sea transport sectors during the 2016 Fiscal Year as a result of the expansion of transportation and logistics infrastructure. The fifth round of water filling at the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) reservoir has been completed.
These advancements demonstrate Ethiopia’s commitment to improving its infrastructure and enhancing the quality of life for its citizens.
Corridor Development Project: The Addis Ababa City Corridor Development Project is a massive project that is transforming the city by upgrading infrastructure and creating economic hubs. The project has refurbished buildings, constructed new roads, and improved public spaces. Thousands of Ethiopians have benefited from employment opportunities and relocation assistance. The project demonstrates the city’s commitment to urban development and improved living conditions. The Government is also extending this experience to other parts of Addis Ababa and regional cities, making them cleaner, more beautiful, and more comfortable to live in. Thus, the project has begun in cities including Wolayta Sodo, Dese, Shashemene, Arba Minch, Nekemte, Jimma, Bishoftu, Bahir Dar, Adama, Semera, Yirgalem, Mizan Aman, Kombolcha, Jigjiga, Gondar, and Hawassa, among others.
Access to Quality Education and Affordable Healthcare: Prioritizing education and healthcare is essential for ensuring social inclusion and improving citizens’ well-being. In recent years, Ethiopia has implemented various measures to address concerns about educational quality and infrastructure. These efforts aim to make these essential services accessible and affordable for all. A national campaign was launched under the theme “Education for Generations” to improve school standards.
The Year Ahead
In the 2017 Ethiopian Fiscal Year, from the perspective of the economy and the production sector, the following issues will be prioritized to support the country’s plan to achieve 8.4 per cent economic growth:
The government’s priorities for this Fiscal Year include improving irrigation and mechanization to create a climate-resilient agricultural sector, ensuring the effectiveness of monetary policy to address foreign exchange and credit challenges sustainably, and strengthening peace efforts through an inclusive national dialogue.
Additionally, the focus will be on developing strong institutional capacity to manage the construction industry, enhancing the economic environment to encourage investment, and reducing informality in the service sector. The financial sector’s recent revival will also be expanded, with efforts to transform it into a robust digital service industry.
The Government is committed to making Ethiopia a top destination for foreign direct investment in Africa. To that end, it will implement investment-friendly policies and procedures to make the country the preferred location for both foreign and domestic investors. Foreign investors’ frequent requests to withdraw their profits from the country will receive appropriate responses. The Government will also provide investment protection and guarantees for their investments as well.
On the Diplomatic Front
In terms of diplomacy, Ethiopia is committed to furthering its interests by improving the overall relations with neighbouring countries. Ethiopia has focused on activities that benefit both Ethiopia and its neighbouring countries in terms of strengthening peace and security, economic development, and regional integration. A historic memorandum of understanding was signed with Somaliland in an effort to provide Ethiopia with an alternative port and sea access. In this regard, efforts have been made to reduce unnecessary diplomatic tensions and prevent a campaign to tarnish its image.
As a BRICS member, Ethiopia will be able to increase its influence in the Horn of Africa while also ensuring the long-term protection of its national interests. The country will work with IGAD and the African Union to bring peace to the Horn of Africa, specifically to end the conflict in Sudan.
To better protect Ethiopia’s national interests through bilateral relations, the Governmenent elevated its relationship with China to an All-weather Strategic Cooperation Partnership. It has been possible to establish strong relationships with Gulf countries, which have enormous political, economic, and military power. By normalizing the country’s diplomatic relations, it strengthened existing strategic relationships and formed new strategic alliances.
The Road Ahead
Speaking of the pivotal role unity plays in the country’s long-term growth and prosperity, President Taye told parliamentarians, establishing long-term national peace and upholding the rule of law will be the highest priorities. From now on, Ethiopia’s Government and security institutions must ensure a monopoly on the use of force, he underscored. He further stated that this year (2017 EFY) will also see an improvement in the performance of responsibilities related to keeping citizens safe and secure. In his clarion call to nationals, he said,
“Everyone must contribute to the long-term peace that we will work to establish. Each of us, whether we are carpenters, builders, soldiers, engineers, doctors, businessmen, sheikhs, priests, or pastors, is expected to bring our own tools to the peace-building effort. This will help to decorate Ethiopia with unity and diversity. Even today, our ultimate goal should be to communicate, argue, understand, and stand together. To accomplish this, it is critical to understand the value of trust. This should be our most valuable gift to future generations.”
Last but not least, the incoming President highlighted the national narrative of “of the people, by the people, for the people” since the beginning of the political administration. He in this regard noted, malpractice, illegality, and corruption are among the flaws that undermine unifying national narrative. As a result, efforts to combat corruption, ensure rule of law, and make Government operations more transparent and accountable will be strengthened this Fiscal Year, he stressed. The people should fight those who stand in the way of their progress and prosperity, he urged fellow Ethiopians from all walks of life.
President Taye Atse-Selassie was elected and sworn in on Monday (October 7), during the joint session of the Houses. During the swearing-in ceremony, the outgoing President of Ethiopia, Sahle-Work Zewde, who has been at the helm from October 2018 to October 2024, handed over the Constitution to the succeeding Head of State.
President Taye previously served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia.
Ethiopia and the World Bank sign $70 million Agreement for Governance Modernization
The Ethiopian government and the World Bank signed a $70 million financing agreement to support the country’s development. In a statement released by the Ministry of Finance on Monday (September 30), it was announced that the agreement, in the form of a concessional loan, was signed by Ethiopian Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide and the World Bank’s Country Director for Ethiopia, Maryam Salim.
According to a document published by the World Bank on August 16, 2024, the funds will be allocated to Ethiopia’s governance modernization project, which aims to enhance the efficiency of service delivery across the country. The project focuses on strengthening the government’s ability to mobilize and manage its financial and human resources and is comprised of four key components.
The first component, focused on improving public administration capabilities, will address three fundamental building blocks aligned with the Government of Ethiopia’s Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda (HGER) 2.0, the civil service reform roadmap, and civil service policy. It consists of four sub-components: developing an evidence-based and data-informed approach to human resource management, implementing competency-based human resource management, institutionalizing training, capacity building, and change management, and establishing a reform innovation facility.
The second component, aimed at improving domestic revenue mobilization capabilities, will support the Government of Ethiopia in implementing critical tax administration reforms designed to achieve the country’s national medium-term revenue strategy. This component includes leveraging technology and data analytics to support risk-based tax administration and improving the quality and availability of taxpayer services.
The third component of the project, improving public financial management capabilities, will assist the government in scaling up the use of technology and addressing critical deficiencies within the public financial management (PFM) cycle. It also aims to professionalize accountants and procurement professionals within the public service and institutionalize core training, capacity building, and government-to-government collaboration. Specifically, this component focuses on expanding the use of technology to enhance public financial management, addressing key deficiencies, and institutionalizing professional training, capacity building, and change management.
The fourth and final component, project management, will provide support for the overall management, coordination, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of project activities and funds. This component ensures that the project’s goals and funds are effectively managed and monitored.
It is to be recalled that, in July, Ethiopia’s House of Peoples’ Representatives approved financial agreements totaling $1.5 billion with the World Bank’s International Development Association These agreements include a $1 billion grant and a $500 million concessional loan for Ethiopia, further emphasizing the country’s commitment to sustainable development and modernization.
120th Anniversary of Ethiopia-U.S. Diplomatic Relations Celebrated in Addis Ababa
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa jointly hosted a diplomatic reception on Friday (October 4) at the Yared School of Music, Addis Ababa University, to honor the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations. The event brought together high-ranking government officials from Ethiopia, members of the diplomatic community, and friends of both Ethiopia and the United States.
This year marks the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Ethiopia and the U.S., celebrated through various events. The reception featured renowned international classical pianist and composer Girma Yifrashewa.
During the occasion, State Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Misganu Arga praised the enduring partnership between Ethiopia and the U.S. He emphasized the importance of using this moment for both retrospective and prospective analysis of the two countries’ partnership, aiming to draw lessons that could enrich future collaboration.
Ambassador Misganu noted that understanding the past would facilitate sober analysis and help inform current decisions, while looking to the future enables the discovery of creative mechanisms to address contemporary challenges. He called for a “nuanced and farsighted approach” to tackle common issues and advance mutual agendas, underscoring its necessity for the national security interests of both nations.
Given the current global and regional dynamics, Ambassador Misganu highlighted the importance of guiding the partnership with strategic issues and long-term interests, particularly concerning the national security imperatives of both countries. This focus is essential for fostering bilateral relations and is critical for peace and security in the turbulent Horn of Africa region. He also emphasized the need for strengthening economic partnerships in light of Ethiopia’s ongoing macroeconomic reforms, calling for an expansion of trade and investment, given the substantial potential for collaboration.
U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, Ervin Jose Massinga, remarked that the U.S.-Ethiopian bilateral diplomatic relationship has been one of the longest and closest in sub-Saharan Africa. He recalled President Truman’s Point IV program, which supported the establishment of Haramaya, Jimma, and Gondar universities, and reaffirmed the U.S. government’s commitment to supporting Ethiopia’s public universities. Ambassador Massinga outlined the broad spectrum of cooperation, stating, “From economic development programs in agriculture and health to recent support for Ethiopia’s economic reforms, we have worked together for decades to combat terrorism in the Horn of Africa and will continue to do so.”
The official diplomatic relations between Ethiopia and the United States date back over a century, initiated by a trade treaty signed on December 27, 1903, between Emperor Menelik II of Ethiopia and Robert P. Skinner, an emissary of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt.
People-to-people relations between the two nations predate official diplomatic ties. The establishment of the Abyssinian Baptist Church in 1808, following a walk-out protest by Ethiopian seamen against racially segregated church seating in the U.S., exemplifies the enduring bond between the peoples of the two countries.
Over the years, bilateral relations have evolved through various historical contexts, including the World Wars, the Cold War, and the contemporary global landscape, characterized by key milestones that reflect shared interests and collaborative efforts.
From 1954 to 1973, Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia made five visits to the United States, which laid the foundation for U.S. support in establishing the now internationally renowned Ethiopian Airlines, as well as the Highway Authority and Mapping Agency. The Point Four Technical Agreement was also instrumental in establishing Haramaya, Jimma, and Gondar universities, fostering fruitful cooperation in the education sector.
Despite the shift in relations following the 1974 Ethiopian revolution, the partnership proved resilient. The late Prime Minister Meles Zenawi’s visit to the U.S. in 1994, former President Barack Obama’s visit to Ethiopia in 2015, and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s historic visit to the U.S. in 2018 demonstrate a commitment to enriching bilateral cooperation at the leadership level.
Ethiopia and the U.S. are inextricably linked by historical ties, geo-strategic mutual interests, and shared concerns. A clear understanding of the context of their relationship, the natural geo-strategic linkages, and the convergence of common interests provides a strong foundation for charting forward-looking prospects.
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