Ethiopia Committed to Building Integrated, Technology-driven Transport System

Addis Ababa, July 18, 2026 (ENA) — Ethiopia has reaffirmed its commitment to building an integrated, sustainable, and technology-driven transport system at the 3rd BRICS Transport Ministerial Meeting, held in Nagpur, India.

The meeting was held from 11 to 12 July 2026, highlighting investments in transport infrastructure and regional connectivity, according to the Embassy of Ethiopia in India. 

Ethiopia’s delegation, led by Ambassador Nebiyu Tedla, also showcased Ethiopia’s transition to sustainable mobility through the adoption of electric vehicles and the expansion of electric railway systems as key measures to support transport decarbonisation and improve logistics to advance the green economy. 

Within the BRICS framework, Ethiopia called for enhanced investment, greater resource mobilization, and stronger cooperation in technology transfer, capacity building, and knowledge sharing.