I had the opportunity to visit the Ethiopia Meteorology Institute, a long-standing institution whose work is vital to the country’s development and resilience. The visit reaffirmed the importance of meteorological data collection, scientific research, and technological advancement in strengthening our capacity to understand and respond to changing weather and climate conditions.
Strengthening institutions like the Ethiopia Meteorology Institute is essential. Investing in human capacity, modern technologies, and data infrastructure is critical to improving the services on which key sectors—including agriculture, water, health, aviation, and disaster risk management—depend. I was particularly encouraged by the importance of early warning systems in helping us anticipate risks, identify where interventions are most needed, and engage in a timely and effective manner. Reliable data, when translated into actionable information, saves lives, protects livelihoods, and supports better decision-making.
Such work goes beyond satellite observation. It also depends on a robust network of data collection stations and data centres across the country, where information is gathered, processed, and analysed to inform timely action.
Had a fruitful and constructive call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to deliberate upon bilateral relations and key regional developments, reaffirming our commitment to cooperation on matters of mutual interest.
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The 19th National Flag Day
“Our Flag for National Consensus and Unity”
National unity is the foundation of Ethiopia’s path to prosperity. Our national flag symbolizes our shared history, sovereignty, and the strength we draw from standing together in our diversity.
At Adwa, people from all parts of the country put aside their differences and stood together, capturing the attention of the world. Rather than being divided by adversity, our ancestors demonstrated the power of unity. The call to stand together has never ceased, and each generation must choose how it will respond.
Medemer poses a simple question to us all: Are we merely spectators watching our nation’s destiny from the sidelines, or are we owners who can say, “This is my country, and its future is of concern to me”?
Our languages, religions, and identities are strands of a single fabric, woven together through centuries of shared history. Standing for the nation begins with small acts of courage and requires working toward a vision that goes beyond ourselves.
The generations before us made sacrifices so that we could inherit this country. Today, we must strengthen it together and pass it on to the generations to come..
Therefore, ask yourself today: What will you contribute to the unity and prosperity of your country?