Addis Ababa, September 10, 2024 (FBC) – The Government of Canada confirmed today that it is committing CAD14 million (nearly 10.3 million USD) to support the implementation of Ethiopia’s National Demobilization and Reintegration Program (NDRP), the Ministry of Finance disclosed.

The NDRP is being implemented in collaboration with Ethiopia’s National Rehabilitation Commission, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and multiple donors. UNDP has been mandated by the United Nations to coordinate support for the NDRP through a multi-partner fund.

Addis Ababa, August 30, 2024 (FBC) – In a media briefing held today on current national and regional affairs, Foreign Minister of Ethiopia Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie emphasized that Ethiopia is always open to settle any difference with the government of Somalia through diplomatic engagement.

He recalled that both countries had a series of consultations in Nairobi and Ankara to address any difference and reiterated that his government’s doors are always open to continue this diplomatic engagement.

During the briefing, FM Taye also highlighted the centuries-old ties between Ethiopia and Somalia, stating that Ethiopia will focus on strengthening the existing relations and expanding economic and cultural ties by addressing differences through diplomatic engagements.

Addis Ababa, August 30, 2024 (FBC) – Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie, emphasized that the people of the Horn of Africa, united by strong friendships and community ties, are no longer bound by past hostilities.

He advocated for peaceful resolution of differences to reclaim lost opportunities for shared growth, warning against attempts to drive a wedge between communities across borders.

In a media briefing focused on Ethiopia’s foreign relations and regional issues today, he highlighted Ethiopia’s foreign policy aimed at strengthening ties with neighboring nations and fostering global partnerships. He stressed that Ethiopia cannot remain silent as the peace and harmony of its neighbours are turned into a playground for terrorists and anti-peace elements.

Addis Ababa, August 29, 2024 (FBC) – Ethiopian Federal Supreme Court and Chinese judicial delegation undertake an experience sharing session in Addis Ababa today.

Federal Supreme Court President Theodore Mihret, Federal Supreme Court Vice President Ms. Abeba Embi’ale welcomed a Chinese delegation consisting of Shanghai High Court President Guo Wuoiqing and various officials.

They exchanged views on how to advance courts’ services with contemporary technology and thereform work that needs attention in the field of civil justice administration.

The Chinese delegation also shared their country’s experience and mentioned that the exchange of experience is necessary to work together on the reform works started in the judicial sector based on the cooperation framework of the two countries.

Addis Ababa, January 18, 2024 (FBC) – Ethiopia categorically rejects the Arab League statement, Ambassador Mesganu Arga, Minister of State for Political and Economic Diplomacy at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, said in a statement published on his social media page.

The Arab League’s statement, according to State Minister Mesganu, is an attempt to interfere with the internal affairs and sovereignty of Ethiopia.

Amb. Mesganu asserted that Ethiopia enjoys excellent bilateral relations with many of the Arab states. However, he underscored that the League is serving only the interests of few.

Addis Ababa, August 29, 2024 (FBC) – Commander of Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) Peacekeeping Center, Major General Adamneh Mengste, said that the sacrifice of the 48th Motorized Peacekeeping Battalion in Somalia played an integral role to ensure peace in the Horn of Africa region.

He disclosed that the 48th Motorized Peacekeeping Battalion, which has been deployed in Somalia under ATMIS, has successfully completed its mission.

The members of the African Union Transitional Mission (ATMIS) in Somalia duly completed their duties and returned to the Hurso Contingent Training School and the commander conveyed a welcome message.

Addis Ababa, August 29, 2024 (FBC) – Representatives of various embassies based in Addis Ababa have commended Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative emphasizing its critical contribution to mitigating the impacts of climate change.

The representatives made the remark while planting seedlings at the premises of National Intelligence University as part of the ongoing nationwide tree planting campaign.

Ethiopia is carrying out the 6th round of tree planting campaign as part of the Green Legacy Initiative during this rainy season targeting to plant 7.5 billion seedlings across the nation under the theme “A Nation that plants; a Generation that Sustains.”

Addis Ababa, August 29, 2024 (FBC) – Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie, confirmed that his country has a strong political commitment to the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA).

The Minister, who received the Secretary General of AfCFTA at his office today, emphasized that capacity building for institutions and the private sector is critical for the full implementation of the agreement.

On his part, Secretary General Wamkele Mene appreciated the economic reform measures that Ethiopia has implemented recently.