Ethiopia registers 120% economic growth in a decade: President Putin

Ethiopia’s economic growth over the past decade serves as evidence of emerging economies surpassing the growth rates of developed countries.

The country has achieved an impressive 120 percent economic growth during this time period, making its recent economic growth truly remarkable and unparalleled.

Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation at the 15th “VTB RUSSIA CALLING! Investment Forum” in Moscow

                                  -Addis Ababa is home for 137 foreign embassies: MoFA Spokesperson

Addis Ababa is increasingly becoming a prominent diplomatic hub, playing a growing role as a stabilizing force and influential nation in the region. Ethiopia’s consistent contribution to regional and global peace and stability has led to its position attracting more countries to open their embassies in Addis Ababa.

Currently, Colombia and Slovenia are finalizing plans to open embassies in Addis Ababa, bringing the total number of foreign embassies in the city to 137. Addis Ababa is rapidly emerging as a key hub for regional and international diplomatic activities.

Ambassador Nebiat Getachew, Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia

                                           – Agenda gathering will begin on December 12th in Oromia: ENDC

The Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) has finalized the agenda gathering and participant identification process in nine states.

Now, ENDC is preparing to begin agenda gathering in Oromia state on December 12th. This process in Oromia state will involve over 350 districts and more than 7,700 participants.

Efforts are also underway to initiate the process in Amhara and Tigray states.

Professor Mesfin Araya, Chief Commissioner, Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC)

                                  -ADB has financed 213 projects in Ethiopia since 1975: MoF State Minister

Celebrating its 60th anniversary, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has played a vital role in transforming lives, uplifting communities, and revitalizing the continent’s economy by financing key development projects across Africa.

For example, since 1975, the AfDB has financed 213 projects in Ethiopia, including 39 in transportation, 28 in energy, and 66 in agriculture. Programs like the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAT) have reached 1.8 million Ethiopian farmers.

Semereta Sewasew, State Minister of Finance said on the occasion of ADB 60th anniversary here in Addis Ababa

                                – Ethiopian Airlines expands global flight destination to 141: ECAA

Ethiopia has bilateral aviation agreements with 114 countries, and Ethiopian Airlines’ global flight destinations have reached 141. Internally, Ethiopia has 23 airports, four of which are equipped with up-to-date international standards.

Ethiopian Airlines transports approximately 17 million passengers and 750,000 tons of cargo annually.

The Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA), in accordance with its power and duty, has certified over 6,000 pilots and more than 8,000 technicians to date.

Getachew Mengiste, Director General, Ethiopian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA)

THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD SATURDAY 7 DECEMBER 2024

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