PM Abiy Reaffirms Commitment to Stronger Ethiopia-Pakistan Partnership

Addis Ababa, June 26, 2026 (ENA)_Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has reaffirmed Ethiopia's commitment to deepening its partnership with Pakistan after receiving a congratulatory message from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on the Prosperity Party's victory in 7^th General Election.

Responding to Prime Minister Shehbaz's message, Prime Minister Abiy expressed appreciation for the warm congratulations and emphasized the shared aspirations that unite the two nations.

"Thank you, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Your warm words reflect the enduring spirit of brotherhood between our two nations. Ethiopia and Pakistan, each navigating the path of transformation and resilience, stand united in their commitment to prosperity and progress. I look forward to deepening our bilateral engagement and advancing the partnership our two nations have committed to build," PM Abiy stated.

Earlier on Thursday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Prime Minister Abiy and the Prosperity Party on their decisive victory in Ethiopia's 7^th General Election, while reaffirming Pakistan's commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation.

Describing relations between Ethiopia and Pakistan as warm and steadily expanding, Shehbaz expressed confidence in Ethiopia's continued path toward peace, development, and prosperity.

"Congratulations to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and the Prosperity Party on their victory in Ethiopia's parliamentary elections. Pakistan and Ethiopia enjoy a warm and steadily growing relationship. I wish Prime Minister Abiy and the people of Ethiopia continued peace, progress and prosperity, and look forward to working together to further strengthen the bonds between our two countries," he said.

The exchange of messages highlights the growing diplomatic momentum between Ethiopia and Pakistan, with both governments reaffirming their shared commitment to expanding cooperation across political, economic, trade, investment, and multilateral sectors.

In recent years, Pakistan has significantly strengthened its engagement with Ethiopia, while both countries have continued to explore new opportunities for collaboration aimed at advancing mutual prosperity, regional stability, and stronger South-South cooperation.