Ethiopia has been diligently implementing macroeconomic reforms with persistence and strict discipline in order to achieve inclusive growth for the nation. The success seen in the agriculture sector is the best example of Ethiopia’s economic progress.
Ethiopia has increased its crop production by 200 million quintals, making it the top wheat producer in Africa.
EyobTekalign (PhD), Finance State Minister
Three months import-substitution exceeds 816 million USD: Industry Minister
Thanks to the macroeconomic policy reform, Ethiopia’s manufacturing industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation and revival. In this regard, the achievement in the area of import substitution is noteworthy.
The manufacturing industry has substituted approximately 816 million USD in the past three months alone. Similarly, the macroeconomic reform has alleviated the foreign currency shortage, enabling manufacturers to become more competitive.
Melaku Alebel, Industry Minister
Ethiopia creates 1.5 mln jobs in five months: MoLS
Ethiopia has created 1.5 million domestic jobs over the past five months of the current fiscal year. The national plan for the 2024/25 budget year is to create 4.9 million jobs.
The government is focusing on providing skill-oriented training and innovative developments to equip the workforce with the required know-how that meet employers’ standards and improves productivity.
MuferihatKamil, Minister, Ministry of Labor and Skills (MoLS)
Efforts underway to improve women’s leadership in diplomacy: MoFA
Concerted efforts are being made to enhance women’s leadership roles in diplomacy.
The Ministry is actively promoting programs and initiatives aimed at improving the leadership roles of women diplomats with a determined and strategic approach. MoFA is providing training for women diplomats and staff members focused on leadership skills, strategic communication, self-empowerment, and diplomatic competencies.
Ambassador BirtukanAyano, State Minister of MoFA
Ethiopia will strengthen its role in maintaining regional peace, security: Ambassador Misganu
Ethiopia will intensify its role in ensuring peace and security across the East African region. Ethiopia collaborates with neighboring nations to enhance regional stability and promote lasting peace and security. A robust partnership among countries in this dynamic region is crucial to bolster both economic and political ties, and Ethiopia emphasizes the importance of ensuring regional peace and security.
Ethiopia will continue to enhance its partnership with countries in the region and strengthen its role in maintaining peace and security in the region.
Ambassador Misganu Arga, Foreign Affairs State Minister
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD SATURDAY 28 DECEMBER 2024
