The 113th Anniversary of the International Women’s Day
The 113th Anniversary of the International Women’s Day is being marked in Ethiopia for the 48th round with various events nationwide.
It is difficult to assert that there is justice, peace and democracy unless women are empowered to leadership position,” the President underscored.
In her remarks at the event held in Addis Ababa to mark the International Women’s Day, the President lauded indispensable contribution of Ethiopian women in promoting their homeland at the global stage, calling for more action to bring them to leadership positions.
‘Women in Ethiopia and around the world are not asking for special rights but for equal rights. There is no place in the world where women are equal if there are women still experiencing violence. We need to bring peace to our country. Women should be included at the table in peace processes,’ The President added.
Women empowerment should not be limited to only urban areas; rather women in rural communities must be promoted to better positions in all sectors, the President stressed.
President Sahle-Work highlighted the significance of agricultural and educational programs being implemented by the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs in building capacity of rural women in Ethiopia.
Bilateral Meeting, PM Abiy Ahmed: Danish FM
I warmly welcome the Foreign Minister of Denmark, Lars Rasmussen, to Ethiopia. Our countries share longstanding ties that provide a solid foundation for further collaboration. Our discussions have been productive, covering a wide range of bilateral and multilateral issues. (@AbiyAhmedAli)
Ethiopia’s partnership with AfDB continues to be productive: PM Abiy Ahmed
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) received and held discussion with African Development Bank (AfDB) Ethiopia Country Manager, Abdul Kamara (Phd) on AfDB’s projects in Ethiopia.
“Ethiopia’s partnership with the African Development Bank continued to be productive,” the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister has also congratulated President of the AfDB, Akinwumi A Adesina on receiving the Obafemi Awolowo Prize for Leadership.
Discussion with Representatives of Addis Ababa
Today, I engaged in meaningful discussions with representatives of Addis Ababa city. Our capital is undergoing significant growth and transformation, highlighting a range of needs that come with urban expansion. These discussions are crucial in fostering a mutual understanding of the existing gaps and identifying potential opportunities. (@AbiyAhmedAli)
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has held discussions with representatives of Addis Ababa city.
Addis Ababa is undergoing significant growth and transformation, highlighting a range of needs that come with urban expansion, the Prime Minister said.
Bilateral Meetings: In the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Foreign Minister H.E. Ambassador Taye Atske-Selassie received at his office today, the Foreign Minister of Denmark, H.E. Lars Rasmussen.
The foreign ministers held productive discussions on bilateral, regional, and multilateral issues of mutual interest.
H.E. Lars Rasmussen said that Denmark values and would like to enhance its longstanding ties with Ethiopia.
He also briefed Foreign Minister Ambassador Taye about the new Danish strategic foreign policy towards Africa.
Ambassador Taye commended Denmark for its solidarity and said peace is a strategic choice for Ethiopia.
Defense Minister Abraham Belay meets with Qatari Minister of State for Defense
Defense Minister of Ethiopia, Abraham Belay (PhD) along with Deputy Chief of the General Staff of Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) General Abebaw Tadesse met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs of Qatar, Khalid bin Mohammed Al Attiyah ahead of the 8th Doha International Maritime Defense Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX 2024).
During the meeting, they discussed topics of common concern as well as cooperation relations between the two sides and ways to strengthen and develop them.
The meeting was attended by Qatar’s Military Attache to Ethiopia Brig-Gen Mohammed Ali Al Hajri and a number of senior officials and officers from both sides.
