DPM & FM Demeke meets with his Indian counterpart

Addis Ababa, Aril 13, 2023 (FBC) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Ethiopia, Demeke Mekonnen, welcomed to his office today Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister for External Affairs of the Republic of India, to discuss issues of mutual concern.

DPM & FM Demeke appreciated India’s unreserved support for Ethiopia’s position in the UN Security Council related to the conflict in the northern part of Ethiopia and the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam file.

He also explained the implementation process of the Pretoria Peace Agreement, the resumption of humanitarian support and basic services in conflict affected areas, and the ongoing activities of the All-Inclusive National Dialogue Commission in the country.

During their discussion, Demeke highlighted the need for Ethiopia’s partners, such as India, to take positive measures on the debt restructuring requests of developing countries.

For his part, S. Jaishankar said the India-Africa Forum Summit, which was obstructed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, will be held in 2023 with thematic areas that fit with the interests of developing countries, including the health and digital sectors.

The two sides also talked about India’s bid to run for a non-permanent seat in the UNSC in 2028–2029, as per MFA Ethiopia.