Ethiopian Airlines proudly welcomes the first of two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft from De Havilland Canada. Designed for versatility and reliability, these state-of-the-art aircraft will strengthen regional connectivity while supporting tourism activities, aerial surveys, air ambulance services, and others. This further enhances Ethiopian Airlines’ capability to serve diverse markets efficiently and reliably.
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The green season is here! PM @AbiyAhmedAli launched the 2026 Green Legacy Initiative cycle in Bishoftu, setting an ambitious target of 8 billion seedlings this year alone. Let's unite to protect our ecosystem. #GreenLegacy@ETEmbassyJIB@MFAEthiopia
Expressed my sincere appreciation to all political parties that participated in the 7th Ethiopian National Election.I also extend my gratitude to the National Election Board for fulfilling the promises made to our people in conducting a fair, free and transparent election. I acknowledge and thank local and international observers for placing their trust on our democratic journey.
In a speech delivered in London at @ChathamHouse on 17 June 2026, Foreign Minister H.E. Dr 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. Key Takeaways:
🔴 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆
▪️ Ethiopia views regional stability as a shared necessity, arguing that no country in the Horn of Africa can achieve lasting stability in isolation.
▪️ The Minister highlighted Ethiopia’s engagement in Sudan, South Sudan & Somalia, emphasizing dialogue, peacebuilding, humanitarian coordination & security cooperation.
▪️ He stressed that regional problems require regional solutions.
🔵 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗮 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀
▪️ Access to the sea was presented as a structural issue affecting trade, logistics, energy security & long-term economic planning.
▪️ The Minister said Ethiopia’s pursuit of maritime access is rooted in development, connectivity & economic efficiency.
▪️ He emphasized dialogue, mutual benefit, and regional stability as the basis for addressing the issue.
🟢 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝗹𝗲 & 𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆
▪️ Ethiopia reaffirmed that shared natural resources should be governed by equity, cooperation & mutual benefit.
▪️ The Minister rejected approaches that frame development as a threat and called for moving beyond what he described as “anachronistic and monopolistic claims."”
▪️ He presented the GERD as an expression of Ethiopia’s right to development & self-reliance.
🟠 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
▪️ National Dialogue was described as a foundational effort to address historical grievances and structural challenges and build consensus on the future of the state.
▪️ Transitional justice, institutional reforms, and post-conflict recovery were highlighted as key components of reconciliation.
▪️ The Minister said the implementation of the Pretoria Peace Agreement remains a critical component of Ethiopia’s post-conflict recovery, reconstruction & reintegration efforts.
▪️ He expressed concerns regarding hardliner elements within the TPLF that have not fully embraced the spirit of the agreement, particularly regarding disarmament, demobilisation, and reintegration.
🔵 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆
▪️ The Green Legacy Initiative was presented as a long-term investment in ecological restoration, food security, and climate resilience.
▪️ Reforestation, renewable energy expansion, and cleaner mobility were highlighted as pillars of Ethiopia’s sustainable development pathway.
▪️ The Minister described climate cooperation as central to future global governance & development.
🔴 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆
▪️ The Minister said diplomacy must support economic transformation through trade, investment, technology transfer, and integration into global markets.
▪️ Ethiopia’s diplomatic engagement is increasingly focused on fostering economic partnerships & attracting investment.
▪️ WTO accession & participation in AfCFTA were highlighted as key priorities.
🔵 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆
▪️ The Minister argued that growing geopolitical competition creates both challenges & opportunities for African states.
▪️ He emphasized the importance of African countries defining their own priorities & exercising greater strategic agency.
▪️ Ethiopia’s approach, he said, is to engage broadly, maintain strategic balance & avoid rigid alignment.
🔴 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
▪️ The Minister said the future of the Horn of Africa should be built on cooperation, economic integration, and respect for sovereignty.
▪️ He reaffirmed Ethiopia’s commitment to peaceful coexistence and constructive engagement with its neighbours, including Eritrea.
▪️ He concluded that dialogue, integration & solidarity offer a more sustainable path than confrontation, isolation & fragmentation.
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H.E. President Taye Atske-Selassie met with @BarhamSalih, UN High Commissioner for Refugees. Mr. Salih commended Ethiopia’s continued support for refugees despite shrinking humanitarian resources, noting the importance of such solidarity in a challenging multilateral environment.
Today, at the 'Digital for Excellence' summit, we officially inaugurated the Unified MESOB Application, Africa's first unified digital service application that brings services from across institutions onto a single platform. This milestone is a source of immense national pride and a testament to what deliberate, focused investment in technology can deliver.
MESOB one-stop service is critical economic infrastructure. It saves citizens' time, closes corruption gaps, and strengthens institutional integrity on the government side. Above all, it stands as a clear demonstration that Ethiopia's ambitions are not wishes, they are realities we build with our own hands and our own capacity.
I call on us to consolidate this achievement, share this experience with our African brothers and sisters, and move forward with the determination to deliver even more!
H.E. Legesse Tulu held a courtesy meeting with H.E. Sem Fabrizi, Ambassador of Italy to 🇪🇹, accredited to 🇩🇯,🇸🇸, & IGAD. The two sides exchanged views on bilateral & regional issues of mutual interest & reaffirmed stronger cooperation b/n the two countries & the wider region.
H.E. Legesse Tulu (PhD) met with H.E. Said Noah Hassan, Minister of Infrastructure and Equipment of Djibouti. They discussed on the current status of roads connecting the two nations, future planned road initiatives and agreed to launch the operation of Galamo - Dagguirou road.
💉 À Djibouti-ville, l'OIM et le @MinSantedj sensibilisent les communautés à la vaccination des enfants, notamment migrants.
D'abord à travers une formation des relais communautaires, puis en allant à leur rencontre dans les différents quartiers.
🙏 Avec le soutien de @gavi.
Attempts by Ethiopia’s historical adversaries and anti-peace actors to delegitimize the 7th National Election will not overshadow the will of millions of Ethiopians who participated peacefully and democratically. @PMEthiopia@MFAEthiopia#Ethiopia#Election2026
Securing water infrastructure remains a key milestone in building resilience, marked by the completion of irrigation dams under the Finna Oromia Irrigation Projects in Gomole Woreda of Borena Zone. In Dese Gora, for example, this critical infrastructure has created a massive water storage capacity of more than 190 million cubic meters, ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply. The projects have the potential to irrigate over 14,500 hectares of agricultural land, directly supporting households, strengthening food production, and securing water resources for livestock.
Wednesday 3 June 2026 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
I am delighted to welcome the Finnish delegation, headed by Outi Holopainen, Under-Secretary of State for Foreign and Security Policy, to Addis Ababa for the Ethiopia–Finland political consultations, taking place after a 17-year hiatus. Ethiopia and Finland enjoy a longstanding partnership founded on mutual respect, trust, and many years of cooperation in areas such as education, development, water and sanitation, and rural transformation. Ethiopia deeply values Finland as a dependable and trusted partner and remains committed to further enhancing collaboration in innovation, education, and sustainable development.
As Ethiopia continues to pursue reform and peacebuilding initiatives, we look forward to expanding engagement with Finnish institutions and businesses, particularly in digital transformation, renewable energy, water resource management, and educational technology.