PM Abiy Outlines Ethiopia’s Tourism Vision as a Driver of Economic Growth
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov Visits Ethiopia
NEWS IN BRIEF
Ethiopia
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attended the 30th regular session of the fifth year of the House of Peoples’ Representatives on Tuesday (July 7), where he provided responses and explanations to questions raised by members of parliament on a wide range of national issues, including the 2018 E.C. general election, peace and stability, national dialogue, the Pretoria Peace Agreement, economic reforms, healthcare, education, foreign affairs, agriculture, industry, and the current situation in Tigray. (See article)
Prime Minister Abiy held an interview with an Ethiopian media outlet on “Tourism: The New Engine of the Economy,” during which he discussed Ethiopia’s decision to prioritize tourism as a strategic economic sector, the country’s tourism potential, investments in infrastructure and heritage preservation, promotional efforts, and the sector’s growing contribution to economic development. (See article)
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed paid a working visit to South Ethiopia Regional State from July 2-4 , during which he inaugurated and reviewed a series of development projects focusing on rural transformation, infrastructure, industry, and tourism, while also participating in tree-planting activities under the Green Legacy Initiative. (See article)
Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos received Ambassador Abdullah bin Hassan Al-Zahrani of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Wednesday (July 8). They discussed regional peace and security issues of mutual interest, as well as the need to further strengthen cooperation in various areas and address matters affecting Ethiopian nationals in the Kingdom.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov paid an official working visit to Addis Ababa from July 6–8, reaffirming the longstanding friendship and expanding strategic partnership between Ethiopia and Russia.(See article)
Ethiopia successfully concluded its participation in the 62nd Session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC62), held at the United Nations Office in Geneva from June 15 to July 8. The participation reaffirmed Ethiopia’s strong commitment to the promotion and protection of human rights through constructive dialogue, multilateral cooperation, and principled engagement.
The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Kingdom of Thailand signed a Bilateral Market Access Protocol at the Headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva on Wednesday (July 8). The Protocol was signed by Ambassador Tsegab Kebebew, Ethiopia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva and Other International Organizations in Switzerland, and Ambassador Pimchanok Pitfield, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Thailand to the WTO and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Ambassador Hadera Abera attended a ceremony marking the 250th anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America on Saturday (July 4). During the event, he delivered remarks conveying congratulations to the Government and people of the United States and reaffirming Ethiopia’s commitment to strengthening the longstanding partnership between the two countries.
Djibouti
The Technical Committee established to transform the Ethio-Djibouti Railway Corridor into a comprehensive economic and prosperity corridor held its third round of discussions on the proposed development plan on Thursday (July 9). The meeting brought together representatives from the Ethio-Djibouti Railway Corporation, relevant government institutions, and the Chinese side to identify measures for upgrading the corridor into a multi-sectoral development hub.
Africa and the African Union
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, received Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, and his delegation for the annual AU–Russia High-Level Consultations at the AU Headquarters on Tuesday (July 7). The consultations reaffirmed the growing Africa–Russia partnership, anchored in mutual respect, sovereign equality, and shared interests.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Addresses Parliament on Key National Matters at the 30th Regular Session of HPR
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed attended the 30th regular session of the fifth year of the House of Peoples’ Representatives on Tuesday (July 7), where he provided responses and explanations to questions raised by members of parliament on a wide range of national issues, including the 2018 E.C. general election, peace and stability, national dialogue, the Pretoria Peace Agreement, economic reforms, healthcare, education, foreign affairs, agriculture, industry, and the current situation in Tigray.
Addressing the successful conclusion of the 2018 E.C. General Election, Prime Minister Abiy described the election as a historic event that demonstrated the Ethiopian people’s deep sense of responsibility and commitment to peace. He explained that, unlike previous elections that were primarily viewed as contests between political parties, this election itself became the target of sustained attacks. Despite these challenges, Ethiopians successfully conducted the election, sending a nationwide message rejecting extremism and ethnic hatred. The Prime Minister further emphasized that the Prosperity Party demonstrated a strong commitment to democracy by contesting 85 percent of parliamentary seats while leaving the remaining seats to opposition parties.
Speaking about peace and stability efforts, Prime Minister Abiy emphasized that addressing instability in different parts of Ethiopia requires dialogue and national consensus. He highlighted that the government has conducted more than 4,000 dialogue forums involving hundreds of thousands of citizens, describing this as the largest chapter of national consensus-building in Ethiopia’s history. He stressed that the only sustainable way to overcome armed groups and extremist forces is through strengthened dialogue and peaceful engagement.
Regarding the national dialogue process, the Prime Minister urged Ethiopians to take advantage of the broad national opportunity to move beyond past cycles of accusation and engage in constructive discussions. He explained that the objective is to preserve the positive values of the Constitution while addressing provisions that require reform in a way that harms no one, respects the rights of all citizens, and strengthens national unity. He underscored that the dialogue is not merely about correcting the shortcomings of a temporary ruling party but about addressing deep-rooted national challenges that have accumulated over generations and creating a new social contract for Ethiopia. He emphasized that through discussion, consultation, and mutual trust, the country can find a lasting solution to the historic question of peaceful coexistence.
Reflecting on the Pretoria Peace Agreement, Prime Minister Abiy described it as a major peace initiative that produced tangible results rather than simply an ordinary negotiation process. He explained that the agreement created a platform where victorious and defeated sides were able to sit together as equals and engage in dialogue. The Prime Minister noted that after securing military superiority, the government still chose the path of negotiation and peace by signing the agreement and supporting forces that had been in difficult circumstances. He highlighted the establishment of the Interim Administration in the Tigray Region as one of the major achievements of the agreement. He also stated that more than 60,000 combatants received Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR) benefits and were demobilized, while many prisoners and detainees were released.
Addressing religious tolerance, Prime Minister Abiy emphasized that Ethiopia is a country built on shared values and institutions and should not be divided by conflict. He explained that the beliefs followed by the majority of Ethiopians share common values centered around peace, coexistence, and mutual respect. According to the Prime Minister, current conflicts are not fundamentally religious or ethnic in nature but are instead driven by actors seeking to advance political and economic interests by creating division. He called on citizens to reject hate campaigns, uphold civilized dialogue, and support institutions that safeguard the country’s existence, including the National Defense Force.
Discussing the Homegrown Economic Reform, Prime Minister Abiy explained that Ethiopia has designed and begun implementing strategies aimed at modernizing and transforming its economic structure to ensure prosperity and sovereignty. He noted that the reform prioritizes agricultural modernization through technology, tourism development, food security, and increasing foreign exchange earnings. The Prime Minister emphasized that the reform has introduced structural changes by controlling inflation, strengthening the private sector, and building an economy capable of withstanding global pressures, transforming challenges into opportunities, and protecting national interests.
Regarding healthcare reforms, Prime Minister Abiy highlighted improvements in domestic medicine production and healthcare infrastructure. He explained that Ethiopia has increased its local medicine production capacity from 4 percent to 44 percent. He further noted that the government has spent 70 billion birr on medicine purchases and more than 60 billion birr on medical equipment. The Prime Minister stated that several hospitals have recently been inaugurated and placed into service, with additional facilities expected to be completed in the coming months. Among the projects receiving priority attention, he highlighted the new building of St. Paul’s Hospital, which has increased its capacity by 1,000 beds.
The Prime Minister also emphasized that domestically produced medicines are now being manufactured according to international standards and are gaining global acceptance. He stated that the next focus is to build modern, high-standard hospitals in Ethiopia comparable to those found in other countries. On disease prevention efforts, he explained that 14 million insecticide-treated mosquito nets have been distributed as part of coordinated malaria prevention measures, while anti-malaria chemicals have been sprayed in 3 million homes. He also noted that vaccination services have been expanded to 58 districts where access had previously been unavailable.
Speaking about education sector reforms, Prime Minister Abiy highlighted ongoing efforts to improve quality and strengthen the education system. He explained that a new examination system has been introduced in which students are assessed based on their own abilities, helping to reduce and eliminate a culture of cheating. The Prime Minister emphasized that strengthening education from the foundation is essential, noting that progress at higher levels cannot be achieved without improving basic education.
He further highlighted the expansion of early childhood education, stating that 35,000 kindergartens have been constructed. He added that efforts to improve education quality, eliminate cheating, and expand access through technology are showing promising results. In addition, the government is working to construct modern and well-equipped primary and secondary schools.
Turning to foreign affairs and sovereignty, Prime Minister Abiy explained that Ethiopia is pursuing three key principles based on strategic self-reliance to protect its national interests, foreign policy objectives, and sovereignty. He identified these principles as resilience, leveraging opportunities, and shaping Ethiopia’s own path. He explained that resilience involves building strong institutions capable of withstanding external pressure, while leveraging opportunities means transforming challenges into strategic development opportunities. Shaping Ethiopia’s path, he noted, enables the country to formulate its own national agenda and confidently participate in global affairs. The Prime Minister affirmed that Ethiopia will not allow external actors to interfere in its national decisions.
Discussing agriculture and food sovereignty, Prime Minister Abiy highlighted the structural transformation taking place in Ethiopia’s agricultural sector. He stated that during the current production season, the country cultivated 29 million hectares of land and harvested 1.3 billion quintals of produce, with the sector recording 7.7 percent growth. He emphasized that the nationwide “Bounty of the Basket” program has achieved significant results, including Ethiopia becoming the second-largest avocado exporter in Africa, generating additional income for the country.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the transformation taking place in drought-affected areas, noting that Borena, which previously suffered from severe drought, is now covered by extensive wheat cultivation. He explained that despite global challenges, including rising fertilizer and fuel prices, Ethiopia continues to work toward food self-sufficiency and changing Africa’s narrative of hunger. He stressed that Ethiopia’s goal is not to depend on assistance but to achieve prosperity through production and hard work.
Addressing developments in the industrial sector, Prime Minister Abiy explained that Ethiopia’s manufacturing industry is undergoing significant transformation. He noted that extensive studies and support initiatives have increased overall manufacturing capacity from 47 percent to 67 percent. He highlighted the construction of ten new industrial parks in addition to the existing Kombolcha, Mekelle, and Hawassa industrial parks, stating that these developments have enabled Ethiopia to attract more than 80 percent of foreign direct investment.
The Prime Minister further explained that the import substitution strategy has enabled Ethiopia to produce products such as cement, steel, glass, and ceramics domestically, saving nearly 5 billion US dollars in foreign currency. He highlighted growth recorded in mining, manufacturing, and energy sectors, with increases of 24 percent, 20.3 percent, and 23 percent respectively. Looking ahead, he stated that Ethiopia aims to achieve 12.7 percent growth in industrial parks alone next year and generate 1 billion US dollars in export revenue from industrial products.
Regarding the current situation in Tigray, Prime Minister Abiy explained that while the Pretoria Peace Agreement has brought significant benefits, there are forces dissatisfied with the agreement and questioning why it was accepted. He stated that beyond the TPLF, there are actors who believe destruction in Tigray should have continued, adding that some groups have distanced themselves from the government while others have attempted to cooperate with one another.
The Prime Minister warned that forces in Tigray are currently carrying out daily provocations that could create conditions for renewed conflict and war. However, he identified the most painful concern as reports that many Tigrayan youths are being forcibly recruited and sent to fight in the ongoing conflict in Sudan. He expressed concern that these young people are losing their lives in a war unrelated to them.
Prime Minister Abiy emphasized that the people of Tigray are not the source of the problem but are instead the ones suffering the consequences, adding “What has harmed the people of Tigray most and deepened their suffering is the presence of an unseen internal wound, one that is not easily healed.” He further noted that there are currently more people of Tigrayan origin living peacefully and moving freely without fear in cities such as Dessie, Gondar, Addis Ababa, and Adama than those living in Tigray itself. The regular session of the HPR concluded with a seedling planting ceremony as part of this year’s Green Legacy Initiative.
PM Abiy Ahmed Outlines Ethiopia’s Tourism Vision as a Driver of Economic Growthg
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held an interview with an Ethiopian media outlet on “Tourism: The New Engine of the Economy,” during which he discussed Ethiopia’s decision to prioritize tourism as a strategic economic sector, the country’s tourism potential, investments in infrastructure and heritage preservation, promotional efforts, and the sector’s growing contribution to economic development.
Addressing why the government chose tourism over other sectors, Prime Minister Abiy explained that the decision is part of a broader vision to build a prosperous and transformed Ethiopia for future generations. Following an assessment of the country’s economic potential, the government concluded that relying primarily on agriculture alone would not deliver the rapid and inclusive growth needed to achieve this vision. Ethiopia therefore identified tourism as one of its five strategic sectors because of its ability to stimulate several industries simultaneously.
The Prime Minister noted that globally, tourism generates trillions of dollars annually, moves millions of visitors across borders, and supports hundreds of millions of jobs. He emphasized that tourism creates employment, expands markets for locally produced goods, attracts foreign direct investment, and generates demand across agriculture, manufacturing, trade, and small businesses. Unlike traditional exports, tourism brings consumers directly to Ethiopia, allowing visitors to purchase locally produced goods and services while creating opportunities for businesses of all sizes.
Beyond its economic contribution, the Prime Minister explained that tourism is also a platform for investment, knowledge exchange, environmental conservation, and national image-building. He noted that visitors often identify investment opportunities that may not immediately be recognized locally. Tourism, he said, helps preserve Ethiopia’s natural and cultural heritage while allowing the world to experience the country beyond existing misconceptions.
Discussing Ethiopia’s tourism potential and why the country has attracted fewer international visitors despite its rich history and natural resources, the Prime Minister explained that Ethiopia’s tourism sector should be understood through two perspectives: its immense potential and the challenges that have limited its growth. He described Ethiopia as one of the world’s most diverse destinations, with exceptional biodiversity, unique wildlife, dramatic landscapes, varied climates, and an unmatched historical and cultural heritage.
He highlighted Ethiopia’s connections to human origins, the birthplace of coffee and teff, ancient civilizations, religious traditions, archaeological sites, and historic landmarks such as the Battle of Adwa. Destinations including the Simien Mountains, Gondar, Bahir Dar, Gorgora, Bale Mountains, Afar, Harar, Jimma, and Arba Minch demonstrate the country’s ability to offer diverse experiences within a single journey.
The Prime Minister emphasized that Ethiopia’s strength lies in the variety of experiences it provides, from mountains, forests, lakes, waterfalls, caves, and volcanic landscapes to wildlife and living cultural traditions. However, he acknowledged that inadequate infrastructure, limited investment, insufficient promotion, and low awareness of tourism’s economic importance have prevented the country from fully benefiting from its resources. He stressed that improving infrastructure, strengthening marketing, encouraging investment, and creating a stronger tourism culture are essential to unlocking Ethiopia’s potential.
Reflecting on the transformation of Ethiopia’s tourism sector during the reform period, Prime Minister Abiy said that tourism was previously treated as a supporting sector rather than a major driver of economic growth, employment, and national image-building. Despite Ethiopia’s extraordinary heritage and natural attractions, limited attention was given to preserving, developing, and promoting these assets.
He explained that one of the challenges was that heritage sites were often viewed as belonging to specific regions, communities, or religions rather than being recognized as shared national treasures. Citing historical sites, he stressed that Ethiopia’s challenge was never a shortage of attractions but the failure to preserve, develop, and showcase them properly.
The Prime Minister stated that tourism is now recognized as one of Ethiopia’s key economic pillars. He highlighted restoration efforts, the recovery of cultural artifacts, and initiatives aimed at protecting heritage sites for future generations. He added that tourism also strengthens national unity by creating a shared appreciation of Ethiopia’s history and identity.
Speaking about the vision behind Ethiopia’s tourism infrastructure investments, the Prime Minister explained that tourism development depends on four major areas: destinations, accommodation facilities, transportation infrastructure, and digital infrastructure. He said Ethiopia has worked to address these areas through initiatives such as “Gebeta le Sheger” “Gebeta le Hager” and “Gebeta le Tewled” which aim to create spaces that promote culture, heritage, food, and local experiences.
He highlighted these developments are transforming surrounding communities while creating new tourism destinations. Improved roads, airports, convention centers, and digital systems are also strengthening accessibility. He emphasized that these achievements are the result of collaboration between government, the private sector, local communities, and international partners.
Discussing efforts to promote Ethiopia’s tourism destinations and create markets alongside infrastructure development, Prime Minister Abiy explained that tourism is not only about heritage sites and natural resources. These are important foundations, but tourism becomes an economic sector when it creates markets, transactions, and opportunities for people to spend.
He stressed that visitors need access to hotels, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, and shops where they can purchase local products. Without these services, even valuable attractions cannot generate a complete tourism economy. He noted that recent efforts have focused on building this ecosystem, reconnecting the diaspora with Ethiopia, inviting international influencers to showcase the country, and using conferences and global events to change perceptions.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the importance of MICE tourism (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), explaining that Addis Ababa’s role as Africa’s diplomatic hub, the presence of the African Union and international organizations, and Ethiopian Airlines’ global connectivity provide Ethiopia with a major advantage.
Regarding heritage restoration, he emphasized that the objective has been preservation and revitalization, not destruction. He stated that many historical sites had suffered from neglect and required restoration, citing projects at Fasil Ghebbi, Lalibela, Aba Jifar Palace, and Harar Jugol. He added that restoration efforts are guided by quality, accuracy, professionalism, and respect for Ethiopia’s diverse histories.
When asked about the tourism project that stands out among the many initiatives implemented across Ethiopia during the reform period, the Prime Minister responded that choosing only one is difficult because every destination has its own unique qualities. However, he highlighted the Arba Minch tourism project as a remarkable example because it combines modern tourism facilities, MICE infrastructure, a large conference hall, and a unique rotating restaurant with the area’s extraordinary natural beauty.
He explained that Arba Minch’s lakes, wildlife, landscapes, rivers, and welcoming community make it a special destination. At the same time, he emphasized that projects across Ethiopia, each have their own value and encouraged Ethiopians to visit, experience, and promote these destinations.
Highlighting the impact of tourism investments on Ethiopia’s economy, Prime Minister Abiy said that tourism, like other priority sectors, is responding strongly and becoming an important contributor to economic growth. He explained that the government’s multi-sector approach has generated results across agriculture, technology, industry, mining, and tourism.
Regarding tourism specifically, the Prime Minister stated that more than 1.4 million international visitors traveled to Ethiopia this year, generating more than $5.2 billion in tourism-related revenue. He also noted that 50.16 million Ethiopians visited different destinations across the country this year, contributing more than 79 billion birr to the domestic tourism economy. In addition, Ethiopia hosted 204 international conferences this year, attracting around 166,000 participants, demonstrating the growing potential of MICE tourism.
The Prime Minister concluded that these results show that investing in tourism was the right decision and that the sector is increasingly contributing through visitor numbers, revenue generation, and economic activity. While acknowledging that more work remains in promotion, investment, and improving services, he stressed that tourism has proven to be a productive sector that deserves continued attention as one of Ethiopia’s engines of economic growth.
Prime Minister Abiy Highlights Rural Transformation, Infrastructure, Industry and Tourism Development in Southern Ethiopia
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed paid a working visit to South Ethiopia Regional State from July 2-4 , during which he inaugurated and reviewed a series of development projects focusing on rural transformation, infrastructure, industry, and tourism, while also participating in tree-planting activities under the Green Legacy Initiative.
The visit commenced with the inauguration of the Hamassa Model Village, developed on 79.4 hectares under the Rural Corridor Development Program. Equipped with modern sanitation facilities, livestock shelters, vegetable gardens, biogas systems, and beehives, the village integrates essential services aimed at improving farmers’ livelihoods and productivity. On the occasion, Prime Minister Abiy described the project as a tangible result of Ethiopia’s reform efforts, stating that rural transformation is enhancing the dignity, quality of life, and economic well-being of rural communities.
The visit further included a review of the Arba Minch Corridor Development Project, where Prime Minister Abiy stated that the primary objective of the Corridor Development Program is to enhance the quality of life of citizens through the development of modern and inclusive urban infrastructure. He noted that the completed facilities are already delivering tangible benefits to the public. At the Chano-Chencha Road Project, the Prime Minister highlighted the steady progress of the construction works, emphasizing that, upon completion, the road will improve connectivity, facilitate transportation, and stimulate local economic development.
The Prime Minister also visited the Yo Holding charcoal factory in Gamo Zone and underscored that strengthening domestic production through national capabilities is the foundation of economic independence and sovereignty. He noted that the factory has replaced imported products with locally manufactured alternatives while creating employment opportunities for local residents. He reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to expanding domestic investment and utilizing Ethiopia’s natural resources to strengthen the country’s economic sovereignty.
As part of his visit, Prime Minister Abiy also toured the renovated Dorze Lodge and the Kuriftu Resort and Spa in ArbaMinch. He emphasized that improving road infrastructure alongside tourism destinations will unlock the region’s immense economic and cultural potential. He further noted that private investments such as the Kuriftu Resort demonstrate the significant role the private sector can play in building on the infrastructure established through the Government’s development initiatives. Calling upon both domestic and international investors to expand their engagement in Ethiopia, he stressed that sustained investments in major areas would elevate the country’s tourism industry to a new level.
Another major highlight of the visit was the inauguration of the Arba Minch Conference Resort, which Prime Minister Abiy described as one of the flagship achievements of the “Dine for Generation” initiative. Featuring a modern conference hall capable of accommodating more than 1,300 participants and a unique floating restaurant, the facility is expected to strengthen conference tourism beyond the capital while generating employment opportunities for local communities. The Prime Minister noted that projects of this nature not only enhance Ethiopia’s tourism capacity but also inspire greater confidence among private investors. He further encouraged Ethiopian investors to undertake projects that endure across generations, reflect the country’s cultural identity, and leave a lasting legacy rather than pursuing only short-term gains.
Addressing residents of Arba Minch and the wider South Ethiopia Region, Prime Minister Abiy underscored that peace, security, environmental protection, and cooperation are indispensable to sustaining tourism and development. He called upon local communities to preserve the region’s peaceful reputation, safeguard its natural environment, and strengthen collaboration. Stressing that every community is equal and that diversity is a source of strength, he expressed confidence that enhanced cooperation would enable the region to play an even greater role in Ethiopia’s prosperity.
Concluding his remarks, Prime Minister Abiy underscored that Ethiopia has embarked on a path toward prosperity and called upon all citizens to play their part in advancing the country’s vision of a prosperous nation.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov Visits Ethiopia
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov paid an official working visit to Addis Ababa from July 6–8, reaffirming the longstanding friendship and expanding strategic partnership between Ethiopia and Russia.
During his stay in Addis Ababa, Foreign Minister Lavrov held talks with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed. Their discussions focused on expanding economic cooperation and identifying new opportunities for collaboration in areas of strategic importance. Both officials expressed satisfaction with the steady growth of historical Ethiopia–Russia relations and underlined the two nations’ shared commitment to promoting peace, sustainable development, and a more balanced international order.
Minister Sergey Lavrov also held a bilateral meeting with Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos. The two ministers discussed opportunities to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, technology transfer, education, science, and other sectors where Russia has recognized expertise, including engineering, agriculture, advanced manufacturing, medicine, and digital technologies. They also exchanged views on regional peace and security, multilateral cooperation, and coordination within international platforms, including BRICS and the United Nations. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening their historic partnership for the mutual benefit of their countries and shared interests.
The Russian Foreign Minister’s visit also included a series of high-level meetings with the African Union Commission Chairperson and senior officials aimed at strengthening cooperation between the Russian Federation, the African Union, and its member states. The Foreign Minister held a press briefing alongside the AUC Chairperson at the AU headquarters, highlighting areas of cooperation between Russia and AU member states in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, education, health, science, and emerging technologies. The discussions also recognized the potential for increased trade and investment in line with Agenda 2063. The two sides agreed to explore further opportunities ahead of the next Russia–Africa Summit, scheduled to be held in October 2026 in Moscow.
Foreign Minister Lavrov concluded his visit to Ethiopia with renewed commitments from both governments to deepen their comprehensive partnership and expand collaboration on bilateral, regional, and global issues. The visit reaffirmed the enduring friendship between Ethiopia and Russia and marked a significant milestone in the continued development of relations between the two nations.
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