Flag Day Time When Ethiopians Renew Love for Country, Reinvigorate Nat'l Unity: President Taye

Addis Ababa, October 13, 2025 (ENA) -- President Taye Atske Selassie said the Flag Day is the time when Ethiopians renew their love for the country, reinvigorate national unity and strengthen their hope for a brighter future.

The 18th National Flag Day was commemorated at the House of People’s Representatives under the theme: "Our flag is the herald for a great era of prosperity, national unity, sovereignty, and the Ethiopian Renaissance."

 

In his keynote address, President Taye underscored that the Ethiopian flag stands as a symbol of sovereignty and unity.

This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as it coincides with the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) and marks Ethiopia's era of development and prosperity, he added.

Moreover, the President noted that it is a time when Ethiopia gained international recognition through the Green Legacy, recorded achievements in agricultural productivity, and other development sectors.

All these elevate the dignity and global stature of the Ethiopian flag.

He further stated that the ongoing construction of the fertilizer and natural gas factories contributes to Ethiopia's growth and prosperity and ensures the country's upward trajectory.

 

With regard to regional affairs, President Taye reaffirmed Ethiopia will continue to uphold its right to fair access and use of the sea based on mutual benefit and cooperation in the region through a peaceful, diplomatic, and give-and-take approach.

The president also expressed appreciation to the National Defense Force, the Federal Police, and the Regional Security Forces for their steadfast dedication to preserving peace and protecting the country's sovereignty.

House of People’s Representatives Speaker Tagesse Chafo said the Flag Day will continue to be observed annually in accordance with the Constitution and the Proclamation for the Celebration of the National Flag Day.

 

According to him, this year’s theme reflects both the nation’s achievements and its aspirations for the future.

Today's ceremony was attended by senior government officials, including House of People’s Representatives (HPR) Speaker Tagesse Chafo, House of Federation Speaker Agegnehu Teshager, Federal Supreme Court President Tewodros Mihret, HPR Deputy Speaker Lomi Bedo, Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed, Government Whip Tesfaye Beljge, members of both Houses, officers of the National Defense Force, and patriots.