Entries by Embassy Content Editor

Ethiopia Vows To Strengthen Efforts to Peacefully Resolve Border Issue with Sudan (December 29, 2020)

The Ethiopian Government has vowed to strengthen its ongoing efforts to peacefully resolve the border issue with Sudan. Despite ease of tension along the border now, the government will reinforce its efforts to peacefully resolve the problem, said Ambassador Dina Mufti, Spokesperson of MFA. In his bi-weekly press briefing today, Ambassador Dina said that Ethiopia […]

PM Says 10 Year National Perspective Plan Prioritizes Peace, Rule of Law (December 28, 2020)

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has today stated that country’s 10 year perspective plan is unique in recognizing the fact that development makes enduring peace possible. The 10 year perspective plan puts peace and the rule of law as critical objectives within the national development endeavors, the premier noted. Prime Minister Abiy underscored that various measures […]

Tigray Interim Administration Holds Discussion with Residents Of Mekelle (December 25, 2020)

Heads of the interim administration of Tigray regional state have held discussion with residents of Mekelle city. The meeting was chaired by Dr Mulu Nega, CEO of the interim administration, Dr Abrham Belay, senior leadership of Tigray Prosperity Party, Maj.Gen Belay Seyoum, Chief Commander of the North Command and Ataklti Haileselassie, mayor of the interim […]

Electoral Board Sets June 5 for Upcoming General Elections (December 25, 2020)

The National Electoral Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has announced a tentative date for the 6th general elections. During a consultative forum held with political parties today, the electoral board proposed the elections to be conducted on June 5, 2021. The board also announced plans to declare final results of the elections from 6-28 June, 2021. […]

Ethiopia, World Bank Sign $100m Financing Agreement (December 25, 2020)

Ethiopia and the World Bank have signed a loan agreement of $100 million for the women entrepreneurship development project (WEDP). The project aims to increase the earnings and employment of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) owned or partly owned by female entrepreneurs. The project will also provide business trainings to female micro and small business-owners […]

US Provides More Than $18Mn to Ethiopia In Support Of Rehabilitation Works (December 24, 2020)

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the US is providing more than 18 Million US Dollars to Ethiopia in support of the country’s rehabilitation activities. Secretary Pompeo said the donation is extended in humanitarian assistance to help refuges and host communities affected by the law enforcement operation in Tigray region. He tweeted that civilians must […]

Washington D.C. Council Recognizes “Little Ethiopia” In US (December 24, 2020)

Council members of Washington D.C. have unanimously approved the “Little Ethiopia” Ceremonial Resolution. The 9th and U Street business corridor located in the Shaw neighborhood in Washington DC named “Little Ethiopia”. The inaugural ceremony held today with the presence of Ambassador Fitsum Arega, DC Council Member Brandon T. Todd, religious leaders, DC Council officials, Ethiopia […]

Ethio-US Diplomatic Relation Will Continue Based On Mutual Benefits: MFA (December 23, 2020)

Ethiopia’s diplomatic relation with the new US administration will continue in a spirit of cooperation and mutual benefits, Foreign Affairs Spokesperson Dina Mufti said. In an exclusive interview with ENA, the spokesperson said the diplomatic relation between Ethiopia and USA will continue based on the principle of mutualism. Ambassador Dina noted that President Trump had […]

FM Demeke Holds Talks with Sudan’s Transitional Sovereign Council Deputy Chairman (December 23, 2020)

Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Demeke Mekonnen has held talks with the first Deputy Chairman of the Transitional Sovereign Council of Sudan, Lt Gen Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo. Demeke and his accompanying delegation arrived in Khartoum yesterday to participate at the second high-level political committee meeting on border issues between Ethiopia and Sudan. Demeke […]

Council Of Ministers Endorses Establishment Of Stock Market In Ethiopia (December 22, 2020)

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that the Council of Ministers passed key decisions including establishment of stock market in Ethiopia. The Premier said that cabinet has endorsed the establishment of a stock market, a regulation providing for an insurance mechanism for bank deposits. According to the Prime Minister, the council of Ministers also amended the […]