Ethiopia pursues inclusive, diversified diplomacy to advance its national interests: MFA

Addis Ababa, January 10, 2024 (FBC) – The Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Ambassador Meles Alem (PhD), told the media during today’s press briefing that the Government of Ethiopia pursues an inclusive and diversified diplomacy on both bilateral and multilateral platforms to advance the country’s national interests.

Ambassador Meles reaffirmed that the Government strives to provide necessary services and take commensurate practical measures in order to further enhance the country’s reputation as one of the world’s largest diplomatic hubs.

According to the spokesperson, the reputable position that Addis Ababa enjoys as one of the world’s major diplomatic centers is of great political, economic, and social significance.

The spokesperson pointed out that technology and science are increasingly influencing diplomacy, making it extremely important for youth to be engaged in digital diplomacy efforts.

Ambassador Meles also stated that the Diplomatic Week and Expo, which will take place beginning tomorrow, will give the public a better understanding of Ethiopia’s past, present, and future diplomacy, thereby enabling the public to contribute its fair share to the country’s diplomatic endeavors.

During today’s press conference, the Spokesperson also provided an update on the Ministry’s major diplomatic activities this week.