PM Abiy Holds Bilateral Meeting with Chinese Premier

Addis Ababa, October 16/2023 (ENA) Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was received by Chinese Premier Li Qiang in an official welcoming ceremony demonstrative of the strong relations between the two countries.

During the bilateral meeting, the two leaders discussed on ways of enhancing economic cooperation between Ethiopia and China. 
 
Premier Li Qiang highlighted that both countries are developing and emerging economies that can seek ways of growing together. 
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on his part shared the multifaceted growth objectives of the government and development achievements gained thus far. He further emphasized the need to expand trade partnership with China.
 
Following the bilateral meeting, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Premier Li Qiang presided over the signing of 12 cooperation agreements and 2 letters of intent in various fields.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and First Lady Zinash Tayachew arrived in Beijing, China on an Official State Visit. 
 
Together with his Ministerial Delegation, the Prime Minister will also be attending the 3rd Belt and Road Forum.