Entries by Embassy Content Editor

Ethiopia’s Satellite Contributes More in Gathering Information: Experts (December 18, 2019)

Ethiopia will launch its first Remote Sensing Satellite (ETRSS-1) on Friday December 20 from a space station in China. Dr Getnet Feleke, a Physicist at the Kotebe Metropolitan University, told FBC that the launching of the satellite would contribute a lot in gathering beneficial information. He further said that it will release Ethiopia’s dependency on […]

Deputy PM Urges to Improve Support for Refugees (December 17, 2019)

Deputy Prime Minister, Demeke Mekonnen, urged the international community to improve support for refugees in order to enhance their socio-economy capacity. Demeke made the remarks as the first Global Refugee Forum opens today in Geneva, Switzerland. A sustainable resolution to refugee situations can not be achieved without the cooperation of the, the deputy Prime Minister […]

Ethiopian Cultural Groups Arrive In Asmara (December 16, 2019)

Ethiopian cultural groups and artists arrived in Asmara, Eritrea this afternoon. Upon arrival at the Asmara Airport, the delegation was received by high level Eritrean Government officials. The cultural groups and artists will present concerts in Keren, Massawa and Asmara during their week-long stay, according to Yemane Gebremeskel, Eritrea’s Minister of Information Eritrean cultural groups […]

FM Gedu Holds Talks With US Secretary Of State (December 12, 2019)

Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedu Andargachew, met with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Washington DC. The two discussed Ethiopia’s important role in ensuring peace and security in sub-Saharan Africa and in achieving durable solutions to regional issues. On the occasion, Gedu provided detailed explanations on the sweeping reforms the Ethiopian Government is […]

Ethiopian Epiphany Inscribed On UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists (December 12, 2019)

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has decided to inscribe Ethiopian epiphany on its lists of intangible cultural heritage of humanity. It becomes the 4th intangible cultural heritage of Ethiopia inscribed as world intangible heritage, next to Meskel, the Geda system and Fichee Chambalaalla. Ethiopian epiphany is a colourful festival celebrated all […]

Abiy Meets with Norwegian PM Solberg (December 11, 2019)

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with his Norwegian counterpart Prime Minister Erna Solberg in Oslo today. The two discussed various issues, including Ethiopia’s efforts in building democracy and strengthening the momentum that has begun. According to the Office of the Prime Minister, the leaders agreed to collaborate on rebuilding the Ethiopian Navy through the provision […]

WB, IMF Pledge Over $5b For Ethiopia’s Economic Reform (December 11, 2019)

The World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) have pledged to extend over 5 billion US dollars over the coming three years in support of the ongoing Ethiopia’s economic reform, Ministry of Finance said. In a press briefing on the “Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda”, Finance State Minister Eyob Tekalign said World Bank and International Monetary […]

Ethiopians, Eritreans in Oslo Stage Rally to Congratulate PM Dr Abiy (December 11, 2019)

Ethiopians and Eritreans residing in Oslo, Norway staged a rally in front of Grand Hotel to express their delight and congratulate Prime Minister Dr Abiy Ahmed for winning the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize. The Prime Minister and his wife, First Lady Zinash Tayachew, thanked the demonstrators by raising their hands. In a related development, the […]