"Regional integration and trade will be crucial to the future of our continent, allowing us to grow beyond primary commodities and accelerate our development."
-PRIME MINISTER ABIY AHMED
January 23, 2019
#PMOEthiopia#EthiopiaDelivers
Cross-border #cooperation between #Ethiopia and #Somaliland is key to promote trade and tourism as well as to foster economic integration between the them.
𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐚 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐠-𝐖𝐚𝐣𝐚𝐚𝐥𝐞
The #Somaliland Ministry of Trade and Tourism participated in a specialized training program focused on the implementation and management of One-Stop Border Posts (OSBP), held in the border city of Tog-Wajaale.
The training brought together various officials and key stakeholders from both Somaliland and #Ethiopia. Discussions heavily focused on strengthening cross-border cooperation, facilitating smoother trade flows, and expediting the operations of customs and other active border agencies to promote broader regional commerce.
This program is part of an ongoing strategic effort to develop cross-border trade and foster regional economic integration. By creating a more efficient business environment that eases the movement of goods and services, the initiative aims to play a critical role in driving economic growth and expanding business opportunities for both nations.
𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟴 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸𝘀
The Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission/የኢትዮጵያ ሀገራዊ ምክክር ኮሚሽን (@EthioNDC) has unveiled eight national agendas that will guide the upcoming National Assembly scheduled for July 15, 2026 (Hamle 8, 2018 E.C). The agendas are based on extensive nationwide and diaspora consultations involving a large number of citizens over the past four years. The eight agendas were selected from around 2,000 issues and ideas raised during the consultation process.
🟦 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟴 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀
1. Nation-building
2. Government structure and system
3. Addis Ababa & Dire Dawa governance
4. Religious issues
5. Rule of law, institutions & human rights
6. Social & economic issues (including farmers & pastoralists)
7. Corruption & good governance
8. Peacebuilding & conflict resolution
Under these eight national agendas, a range of discussion areas has emerged. The following list presents examples of issues and themes reflecting the broader scope of topics connected to the national dialogue process.
🟨 𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟴 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀
➤ Identity, national & historical questions
➤ Language policy & electoral system
➤ Dual citizenship issues
➤ Public office tenure & constitutional framework
➤ Regions & their administrative boundaries
➤ Administration of new regions
➤ Merit-based employment in public & government institutions
➤ Addis Ababa–Oromia relations & Addis Ababa working language
➤ Addis Ababa boundaries & place names
➤ Government–religion relations
➤ Role of religion in public service institutions
➤ Rights of marginalized groups
➤ Rights of internally displaced people
➤ Strengthening human rights institutions
➤ Legal boundaries & acceptability of traditional dispute resolution mechanisms
➤ Security institutions’ freedom & accountability
➤ Media freedom & accountability
➤ Farmers & pastoralists’ concerns
➤ Use of outdated constitutional terms
➤ Corruption, accountability & institutional reform
➤ Armed groups, truce & peace agreements
➤ Transitional justice & ceasefire considerations
➤ Conflict resolution & reconciliation mechanisms
The National Dialogue Commission says the process reflects broad public input from all regions, Addis Ababa, Dire Dawa, federal institutions, and the diaspora, and calls for active participation in the upcoming national dialogue.
#NationalDialogue #Ethiopia #PublicParticipation #Peacebuilding
@AmbBirukUK@PMEthiopia@MFAEthiopia@UKinEthiopia
Ethiopia’s national digital ID system (Fida) is giving millions of citizens the credit history and access they deserve. We are building institutions that bridge the gap between hard work and unstoppable opportunity.
#DigitalEthiopia#FinTech#EconomicEmpowerment#FidaID #FutureOfAfrica
#Ethiopian Foreign Minister and COP32 President-Designate Gedion Timothewos called for accelerated efforts to expand #electricity access and improve the affordability of #climate finance.
@MFAEthiopia
https://t.co/w6iuKWhv3G
#Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos outlined Ethiopia’s Foreign policy priorities on regional security, Red Sea access, the Nile, economic diplomacy, climate action, and the future of the Horn of Africa.
@MFAEthiopia
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In the 7th #Ethiopian election
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Prosperity Party won 438 seats out of 501 in the House of Representatives, the National Election Board of Ethiopia said.
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https://t.co/lDUMxVLIzb
International recognition for Ethiopia’s democratic progress!
EU Amb. Sofie From-Emmesberger and Indian Amb. Anil Kumar Rai praised it.
With PP securing a commanding mandate to form the next government, Ethiopia continues its march toward greater democratic consolidation.
One year since its establishment, MESOB has fundamentally transformed the ecosystem of public service delivery in Ethiopia.
And the results speak for themselves!
#PMOEthiopia
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's ruling Prosperity Party (PP) secured a dominant majority in the country's 7th General Elections following the nationwide vote on June 1, 2026, according to the National Election Board of #Ethiopia (NEBE). (Photo: Reuters)
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) has announced that Ethiopia’s annual wheat production has reached 33 million tons, triple the 9.7 million tons previously produced by Egypt, which had held the top position in Africa.
#Ethiopia#AbiyAhmed#WheatProduction#EBC
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🇪🇹 A continental endorsement of Ethiopia’s democratic process
AU Election Observation Mission commended Ethiopia’s 7th General Election for its generally peaceful, transparent, and orderly conduct on June 1.
Prosperity Party has been declared winner with a large majority.
The Prosperity Party secured 438 of the 486 contested seats in the House of Peoples' Representatives (HoPR), the lower chamber of Ethiopia's parliament, in the June 1 general election. https://t.co/JEaNbrkQhC
"#Ethiopia is transforming its environmental landscape through one of the world's largest #reforestation campaigns, renewable energy expansion, and climate resilience initiatives."
#GreenLegacy@MFAEthiopia
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"Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Initiative is being hailed as a “game changer” for #environmental restoration and #water sustainability across Africa."
UN Economic Commission for Africa’s Charles Akol
#EthiopianGreenLegacy
https://t.co/sYfsfrqr9W
I am proud to stand with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on the launch of the 2026 Green Legacy Initiative.
Our target of 8 billion seedlings this year, in line with the national goal of 65 billion trees, demonstrates Ethiopia’s strong commitment to environmental restoration, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
Let us collaboratively engage in this significant national endeavor and serve as exemplary leaders on the continent.
Ethiopia 🇪🇹 is building the new Bishoftu International Airport, located about 40 km southeast of Addis Ababa.
At 1,910 meters above sea level, the site is lower than Bole International Airport, allowing aircraft to operate more efficiently.
Once fully completed, it is expected to handle up to 110 million passengers a year, positioning it to become Africa’s largest airport.
The $12.5 billion development is widely regarded as the largest aviation infrastructure project in Africa’s history and is central to Ethiopia’s ambition of becoming a leading global aviation hub.