
Addis Ababa, June 23, 2024 – In a recent diplomatic engagement, Ethiopia’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Shide, held significant discussions with Jutta Urpilainen, the European Union Commissioner for International Partnerships. The talks, held during Commissioner Urpilainen’s brief stop-over in Addis Ababa, focused on the multifaceted economic and political landscape of Ethiopia, as well as critical regional developments.
The dialogue between the two officials centered on the current state of Ethiopia’s economy and its political dynamics. They also delved into the collaborative efforts under the Horn of Africa Initiative, a key regional platform designed to address common challenges and unlock economic potential through cooperative strategies.
The European Union in Ethiopia highlighted the importance of these discussions. “During a recent stop-over in Addis Ababa, Commissioner Jutta Urpilainen held constructive discussions on the economic and political situation in Ethiopia, as well as regional developments and cooperation under the Horn of Africa Initiative with Ahmed Shide, Ethiopia’s Minister of Finance,” the EU’s statement read.
The Horn of Africa Initiative is a crucial regional forum where finance ministers from the Horn of Africa come together to tackle shared challenges. The initiative aims to foster regional cooperation to boost economic growth and development. Through such platforms, countries in the region work collectively to find solutions that benefit their economies and their people.
Commissioner Urpilainen’s visit underscores the EU’s ongoing commitment to supporting Ethiopia and the broader Horn of Africa region. By engaging in direct and open dialogue with Ethiopian leadership, the EU seeks to strengthen partnerships and contribute to the region’s stability and prosperity.
This meeting marks another step forward in the collaborative efforts between Ethiopia and the European Union, reinforcing the shared goal of regional development and economic progress.
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