Norway Praises Ethiopia's Reform Determination, Commitment

Addis Ababa, May 17, 2025 (ENA) – Norway has commended Ethiopia’s determination and commitment for the ambitious reforms and expressed keenness to enhance bilateral ties.  

The Ambassador also confirmed that during his tenure in Ethiopia, will work to elevate his country’s multifaceted cooperation with Ethiopia to a higher level.

The Ambassador told ENA that the two countries have a long-standing historical cooperation.

He said the two countries are working to enhance their cooperation particularly in the areas of health, education, human and democratic rights, as well as in the economic and political spheres.

Ambassador Christensen pledged to elevate his country’s multifaceted cooperation with Ethiopia to a higher level during his tenure in Ethiopia.

“There is strong and historic relationship between Norway and Ethiopia. Norway has been a partner with Ethiopia for many years and my ambition, of course, as Norwegian ambassador here is to continue that and expand upon it to strengthen our relations further in many fields.”

Praising the significant changes seen in Ethiopia over the past few years, Ambassador Christensen remarked that the reform initiatives being undertaken in the country reflect the leadership's capability and commitment to transformation.

The Ambassador also applauded the dedication of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and other government officials at all levels including the ministers.

“Ethiopian government is very ambitious and very motivated and very determined to reform to deliver a modern Ethiopia. and I think my experience in working with the different ministries that I work with, that there is a high level of professionalism and high level of commitment from the prime minister to the other to the ministers and below.”