PM Abiy Reaffirms Strong Ethiopia–UAE Partnership Following Working Visit

Addis Ababa, March 13, 2026 (ENA)—Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reaffirmed the strong and enduring partnership between Ethiopia and the United Arab Emirates following his recent working visit to the Gulf nation.

In a message shared on X (Twitter), the Prime Minister described the relationship as one built on trust and brotherhood.

“Brotherhood undeterred, a partnership rooted in trust,” PM Abiy wrote.

The Prime Minister arrived in the UAE early yesterday for a working visit, during which he held talks with Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates.

According to Premier Abiy, their discussions focused on strengthening the longstanding partnership between Ethiopia and the UAE, expanding bilateral cooperation, and advancing regional stability.

“I appreciate the warm reception and our shared commitment to deepening the friendship between our two nations,” the Prime Minister said.

The visit underscores the growing strategic relationship between Ethiopia and the UAE across economic, diplomatic, and regional cooperation.