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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 […]

‘War Is the Epitome of Hell for All Involved,’ Says PM (December 10, 2019)

Prime Minister Dr Abiy Ahmed has received the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway this afternoon. Berit Reiss-Andersen, Chairperson of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, said the award is in recognition of his crucial role in creating peace between Eritrea and Ethiopia. “You seized the initiative and were the main architect behind the peace negotiations that […]

Joint Statement of Egypt, Ethiopia, Sudan, the United States, and the World Bank (December 9, 2019)

WASHINGTON – The Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Egypt, Ethiopia and Sudan appreciate the observer role of the United States and the World Bank. They noted the progress achieved in the technical meetings among the Ministers of Water Resources in Addis Ababa and in Cairo. The Ministers agreed that the strategic direction of the next […]

PM Dr Abiy Confers With His Swedish Counterpart (December 9, 2019)

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with his Swedish counterpart Stefan Lofven in an official State visit today. The two discussed key issues related to political and economic reforms; the role dialogue plays in bridging divides; regional stability and enhancing women’s political leadership, said office of the Prime Minister. Prime Minister Lofven congratulated Prime Minister Dr […]

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed received Dr.Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission (December 7, 2019)

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed received at his office today, Dr.Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission and Ms. Jutta Urpilainen, European Commissioner for International Partnerships. President Ursula expressed her joy in making Ethiopia her first destination after assuming her post and affirmed that the cooperation between the Commission and Ethiopia will continue. In […]