Ethiopia, Japan reaffirm dedication to deepen ties in trade, investment, regional security

Addis Ababa, August 19, 2024 (FBC) – Ambassador Mesganu Arga, State Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Shibata Hironori, Japan’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, at his office today.

The two discussed ways to enhance relations both in bilateral and multilateral areas. They reaffirmed their dedication to strengthening cooperation, particularly in trade, investment, and regional security.

Their discussion also addressed the upcoming Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) ministerial meeting, scheduled for August 24-25, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan.

Moreover, State Minister Mesganu thanked Japan for its continued backing to Ethiopia’s development undertakings.