Qatar’s Amir Congratulates PM Abiy on Prosperity Party’s Election Victory

Addis Ababa, June 24, 2026 (ENA)__ The Amir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, has congratulated Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on the Prosperity Party's victory in Ethiopia's Seventh General Election.

In a congratulatory cable sent to Prime Minister Abiy, Sheikh Tamim wished him success and expressed hope for the continued growth and development of relations between Ethiopia and Qatar.

The message follows the announcement of the final results of Ethiopia's general election by the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE), which confirmed a decisive victory for the ruling Prosperity Party.

According to the results announced on June 21, the Prosperity Party secured a majority of seats in the House of Peoples' Representatives, earning the mandate to form the next federal government.

Ethiopia and Qatar maintain longstanding diplomatic relations and cooperation in a range of development sectors.

In May 2026, State Minister of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Hadera Abera held talks with Qatar Fund for Development Director General Fahad Hamad Al-Sulaiti on ways of expanding cooperation in key sectors, including agriculture, health, energy, education and aviation.

During the discussions, the two sides underscored the importance of strengthening partnerships that support sustainable development, economic growth and social progress, while reaffirming their commitment to further deepening cooperation between the two countries.