Ministry Reaffirms Ethiopia’s Proactive Engagement in Int’l Financial Dialogue

Addis Ababa | April 17, 2026 (ENA) — The Ministry of Finance reaffirmed that Ethiopia has been proactively engaging in international financial dialogue.

Finance Minister Ahmed Shide participated in the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable held on the sidelines of the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund.

The minister stated that Ethiopia expressed strong appreciation for the platform, highlighting its role in fostering constructive and inclusive dialogue among debtor nations, bilateral creditors, private sector lenders, and international financial institutions.

During the session, he provided an update on Ethiopia’s progress in debt restructuring under the G20 Common Framework, noting that the achievements reflect close cooperation with development partners and the government’s firm commitment to restoring debt sustainability and macroeconomic stability.

He further stressed that timely and coordinated support from all stakeholders remains essential for the effective implementation of debt treatment agreements.

Ethiopia called for sustained and constructive engagement from both official and private creditors, alongside continued backing from international financial institutions to maintain reform momentum and support economic recovery.

The country also underscored that debt sustainability is closely tied to its broader macroeconomic reform agenda, which focuses on strengthening fiscal discipline, boosting domestic resource mobilization, and promoting sustainable and inclusive growth.

The government reaffirmed its commitment to prudent debt management, emphasizing that the gains achieved through restructuring must translate into stronger economic resilience and tangible development outcomes.

According to the minister, Ethiopia’s participation in the roundtable signals its continued commitment to working closely with global partners to address debt vulnerabilities in a coordinated and effective manner.