Ethiopia, Burundi leaders vow stronger ties

Addis Ababa, February 11, 2021 (FBC) – President Sahle-Work Zewde on Wednesday wrapped up a two-day visit to Burundi.

President Zewde arrived at Melchior Ndadaye International Airport on Tuesday and was received by Ndayishimiye together with other senior government officials.

According to a statement released by the Presidency of Burundi, the two leaders discussed on ways of strengthening bilateral relations between their respective countries.

President Evariste Ndayishimiye appreciated Ethiopia’s substantial participation in peacekeeping missions in Africa, particularly in Somalia.

He further lauded Ethiopia’s active engagement in the social, economic and political sphere in the region and the continent at large in various aspects pledging commitment to further cement ties with country.

President Sahle-Work Zewde commended the work of economic development and consolidation of democracy undertaken with determination and conviction by His Excellency President Evariste Ndayishimiye.

She further lauded Burundi’s contribution to various peacekeeping missions, particularly in Somalia and the Central African Republic.

President Sahle-Work Zewde said she was honored to visit Burundi as the Ethiopian Head of State.

Her visit comes at a time when Burundi continues to open to the world under the administration of President Evariste Ndayishimiye, who came into office in June last year – ending years of isolation under late leader Pierre Nkurunziza.