Photo exhibition commemorating 50th anniversary of Ethio-China diplomatic ties held in Chongqing

Addis Ababa, October 26, 2020 (FBC) -A photo exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the start of Ethio-China diplomatic relations was held in the city centre of Chongqing, China.

It was organized under the auspices of the Consulate General of Ethiopia, Chongqing International Culture Center, Yuzhong District Foreign Affairs Office and Oriental Plaza Mall.

Anteneh Tariku, Consul General of Ethiopia said the exhibition is part of a series of events being held this year to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

He also stated that strides made in the areas of investment and trade are manifestations of the success of the robust relationship and partnership between the two sides.

In addition, he thanked China for helping Ethiopia in the fight against the novel Corona Virus (COVID-19).

He further said Ethiopia is a country naturally endowed with a plethora of UNESCO registered natural and historical heritages that he believes the exhibition will shade light on some of these attractions.

He also mentioned that this will aid in the quest for knowing Ethiopia for Chinese nationals resident in Chongqing.

Officials from Chongqing Municipal Government on their part also hailed the strong relationship between the two countries and the various achievements.

They also stated that this important relationship should be further strengthened and that the exhibition will help in promoting Ethiopian culture and tourism.

Moreover, they stated that they will do their utmost effort, in collaboration with the Consulate General, to intensify the cooperation between the two countries.

The photos were categorized in various themes showing different aspects of Ethiopia including culture, way of life, wild life and tourist attraction sites.

Alongside the exhibition, Ethiopian coffee ceremony was presented to the participants and they grabbed the opportunity to taste the quality of Ethiopian coffee and were amazed by the quality as well as the unique traditional ceremony accompanying it.

The photo exhibition stayed open until October 25, 2020. And judging by the reception at the opening proved to be a success, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.