Ethiopia’s Finance Minister Meets World Bank Vice President to Strengthen Strategic Partnership

Addis Ababa, February 3, 2026 (ENA)—Ethiopia’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Shide, today held discussions with Gallina Vincelette, World Bank Vice President for Operations Policy and Country Services, aimed at advancing a new Country Partnership Framework to deepen the longstanding strategic partnership between Ethiopia and the World Bank.

The talks focused on strengthening collaboration and aligning future cooperation with Ethiopia’s national development and reform priorities under the World Bank’s new Country Engagement Framework.

In a press release sent to ENA, the Ministry of Finance stated that both sides exchanged views on how the evolving framework could more effectively support Ethiopia’s development objectives through a more selective and results-oriented approach.

Minister Ahmed Shide welcomed the World Bank’s renewed approach to country engagement, noting that its emphasis on impact and outcomes presents an important opportunity to enhance the effectiveness of the partnership.

Gallina Vincelette commended the Government of Ethiopia for its ongoing reform efforts and strong economic management, and reaffirmed the World Bank’s commitment to a robust and forward-looking partnership focused on delivering transformative results.

Both parties underscored the importance of a collaborative and inclusive process in the preparation of the new Country Partnership Framework.