Addis Ababa, August 24, 2024 (FBC) – Ethiopia’s Health Minister, Dr. Mekdes Daba, met with a delegation from India, led by Ambassador Anil Kumar Rai, to discuss deepening cooperation in healthcare between the two nations.
During the meeting, Dr. Mekdes highlighted the longstanding, multifaceted partnerships that Ethiopia and India have enjoyed, particularly within the health sector. She emphasized the Ministry’s dedication to elevating this collaboration, inviting Indian firms to invest in Ethiopia and participate in initiatives aimed at producing medical equipment and supplies domestically, thereby reducing reliance on imports.
Ambassador Anil Kumar Rai responded by outlining India’s efforts to enhance capacity in the Ethiopian health sector, including providing training opportunities for Ethiopian students at Indian universities. He also expressed India’s eagerness to encourage health sector companies to establish operations in Ethiopia, contributing to the production of medical equipment, supplies, and pharmaceuticals.
The Ambassador reassured that both countries remain committed to further strengthening their bilateral ties across various sectors, with a particular focus on health.