Ethiopia and Russia Explore Deeper Economic Ties Amid Sweeping Reforms Addis Ababa | February 19, 2025

Ethiopia’s Minister of Planning and Development, H.E. Dr. Fitsum Assefa, and State Minister H.E. Bereket Tesfamarim met with H.E. Mr. Maxim Reshetnikov, Russia’s Minister of Economic Development, to discuss expanding economic cooperation between the two nations. H.E. Dr. Fitsum, highlighted Ethiopia’s commitment to deepening economic ties with Russia through ongoing reforms and investment opportunities. She emphasized key sectors agriculture, mining, manufacturing, tourism, and the digital economy where Russian investors could play a significant role.