Ethiopia, Latvia agree to cooperate in key bilateral areas

Addis Ababa, March 28, 2023 (FBC) – Ambassador Eshete Tilahun, Director General of Europe and American Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign affairs of Ethiopia held a political consultation with Andžejs Viļumsons, Under-Secretary of State – Political Director at the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

According to MFA the two sides discussed on ways of enhancing cooperation at bilateral and multilateral venues.

During the deliberations, Ambassador Eshete briefed Vilumsons on current affairs including the ongoing peace process and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam.

He said, Latvia plays an important role in the European Union as well as the Baltic Sea region.

He added that Ethiopia and Latvia need to work closely to elevate relations.

The consultation was concluded with the two sides agreeing to cooperate in key bilateral areas such as air service, agriculture, education, ICT, tourism and water resource management.

They also reaffirmed the commitment of their respective Governments to work closely on global issues of mutual importance such as climate change, migration as well as peace and security.