DG, INBAR, Commissioner, National Rehabilitation Commission, Member of 6th HOPR, former Ambassador, former Minister, former Speaker, spouse, and father
Pleasantry surprised that more than 11,000 bags( 500gm) of Ethiopian Coffee in stock were sold in 5 seconds in Shanghai in a live-streaming online event where the most influencer promoter
#Li
Jiaqi and I promoted # Ethiopian Coffee via Tmall Global platform.
Had a very fruitful meeting with representatives of
#Shanghai
Pharma, z 2nd largest pharmaceutical company in China. The company after completion of feasibility study has decided to invest in Ethiopia. The managers of Shanghai Pharma Ethiopia will soon travel to Ethiopia. Great!
Great news and great hope as Wuhan is unlocked today and life returns to normal after 76 days of lockdown. The 11 million residents including Ethiopian students deserve our appreciation for courage, perseverance and solidarity against that fight COVID 19. Congratulations to all.
A team from NRC visited Ex Shene fighters who surrendered armed struggle and opted for returning to peaceful n productive life to contribute to peace democracy and development in z country. Agreed to be part of the NDRP coordinated by NRC. We hope the rest will follow suit .
Signed Cooperation Agreement on behalf of Addis Ababa City with Fujian Province, China. Many companies from the province are working in AA and surrounding areas. The agreement will enhance the cooperation to a new height.
@mfaethiopia
@AdanechAbiebie
Apparently there are those who misquoted or misunderstood my statement
#Bahir
Dar. I never talked about Special Forces. That is not the mandate of NRC. We only deal with DR of ex-combatants who are disarmed. Disarming is not z mandate of NRC. Obviously DR is a national program.
Had very fruitful meeting with
@WuPeng_MFAChina
on bilateral relations, regional and global issues of common concern and interest to both Ethiopia and China. I updated the DG on domestic issues, our border tension b/n Sudan and Ethiopia and GERD negotiations.
In a cockpit
#C919
,
#C929
of the Commercial Aircraft of China( COMAC)
#Shanghai
show room. It will not be so long that we will see them in the blue sky.
I am very grateful to SANY Group for responding positively to my appeal for support by donating 100000 disposable masks to assist Ethiopia’s fight against COVID 19. We are grateful for the show of solidarity. The response from our Chinese partners is very encouraging.
Congratulations on the successful conclusion of the law enforce operation by the ENDF. They deserve our praise and respect especially those who lost their dear lives. The next chapter of reconstruction, rehabilitation and reintegration needs concerted efforts. Let us join hands.
@RedwanHussien
The acceptance by z GOE is yet another show of commitment 2 peaceful resolution of the conflict. It is one more chance 4 z int’l community 2 support this effort, put pressure on the other party to reciprocate by dropping ifs n buts n give peace, alternative to war, a chance.
The national effort to respond to the humanitarian needs in Tigray is well intensified. Politicising humanitarian need for a parochial interest will do more harm than good to the needy. Let us all move in synergy, spirit of humanity and unity. Be part of the solution.
Met the Ambassador of Finland in Beijing and discussed the EU Ethiopia strategic engagement, updated him on the situation in Tigray region, on the border situation b/n ETH&SUD, GERD negotiations and Ethiopia’s commitments to resolve any matter amicably through diplomacy.
Ethio-China 1st political consultation was successfully conducted at the level of State Ministers; the two sides exchanged info on domestic political dev., Sino-Ethiopia Strategic partnership, cooperation in regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Mr Wei, General Manager of Zhejiang Mina Textilex Co., Ltd owner of two textile factories
#Arbaminch
and
#Sebata
sharing his investment experience in Ethiopia. Z company was Gold Tax Payer awardee in 2018 and 2019 & shouldered its CSR & respect law and culture of z country.
I am eternally grateful to Almighty God for His guidance, protection and grace during my mission in China. Without His blessing, I would have not made it. Praise Him..
The founder and Group Chairman of the Alibaba,will be in Addis for a two day visit on 24-25/11/2019 at the invitation of
@AbiyAhmedAli
, with many anchor investors. It is to be recalled that PM
@AbiyAhmedAli
visited the
#Alibaba
HQs # Hangzhou on April 25 this year.
MFA Spokesperson, Mr Zhao stated, China opposes sanction by threatening or meddling with internal affairs of other countries. US should deal with issues related to Ethiopia carefully and thoughtfully, and play a constructive role in maintaining peace and stability in Ethiopia.
Four Chinese FMs when they took office, made Ethiopia their first country in Africa to begin their new year visits to Africa, signifying the importance of China attaches to its strategic partnership with Ethiopia.
I am indeed honored and humbled to be the new DG of INBAR starting April. I express my sincere thanks for the MS and Board of Trustees
#INBAR
for appointing me. I am very grateful to the GOE for supporting and cooperation in this process.
Just concluded a virtual meeting between the EIC, with the participation of Com. Lelise, INBAR and Tyson Group who have shown interest in investing in Bamboo resources. Ethiopia has the largest Bamboo resources in Africa, with China Africa Bamboo centre being hosted in Addis.
Present in z seminar were
@MbelwaK
, Amb Tanzania, Amb Osman,AU Rep & Abdalaha CD
#Sudan
. They all expressed strong support 2 unity & territorial integrity of Ethiopia. Both sides placed confidence in z capacity of Ethiopia 2 resolve z problem & no external interference.
Met with the Amb of Norway in Beijing( member of UNSC) and had extensive briefing on the genesis to the law enforcement operation, on the border situation b/n Sudan and Ethiopia and Ethiopia’s position and also on the GERD negotiations.
The consultative form on DDR and NRC
#Mekelle
was very successful. Participants from federal, all concerned regional states including Tigray took part n awareness n common understanding was reached at the forum. Thanks to all who made it a successful event.
Met with the Russian Ambassador
#Andrey
Denisoo, with whom I had an excellent exchange on Ethio-Russia bilateral relations and the recent law enforcement operation in Tigray, # GERD and Sudan-Ethiopia border dispute. The exchange was very cordial and the reception was warm.
Delivered a keynote speech at the 3rd China- Africa Economic, Trade and Development Cooperation Shaoxing Summit. Touched upon China -Africa cooperation but mainly dwelt at length on China Ethiopia Strategic Partnership.
Had a very interactive virtual meeting with Ethiopians in China, where I updated them on the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in Tigray region provision of humanitarian assistance. They agreed to contribute their share and ttake active part in national efforts.
Happening now. A symposium on the follow up of implementation of the 8th FOCAC Ministerial a conference
@Ethiopian
Embassy facility. We are immensely proud and privileged to play host to this very important event immediately after the FOCAC Conference.
@mfaethiopia
Made an opening remarks at the inaugural ceremony of the Luban Workshop of Ethiopia opened today in partnership between Ethiopian Technical University and Tianjin University of Technology and Education which was simultaneously conducted both in Tianjin and Addis. Great stride !
Very pleased to witness the ground breaking ceremony of the irrigation development project
@Woyibo
river
#Woliata
zone that will be benefit more than 12,000 farmers from BolosoSore and BolosoBombe Woreda. Estimated cost is over birr 2bn. Present
@Sileshi
Bekele & @ Erstu Yirdaw
Made speech @ 1st Conference on dialogue b/n China n Africa civilisations. I contributed 2debate on China-Africa Friendly Relations n Cooperation. Friendship sustain when both partners treat each other as equal and respect one another. That is the basis of FOCAC, I argued.
An official handing over ceremony of the first Ethiopian ERSST-1 launched a year ago concluded now.The Vice Minister of Ecology and Environment Mr Liu represented the Chinese side and I had the honour of representing Ethiopia. I expressed Ethiopia’s gratefulness to PRC.
Returned back to Beijing with the Ethiopian delegation after witnessing the successful launch of ETRSS-1. Ethiopia opened a new chapter to harness the enormous benefits from SST. More yet to come. Thank you all for kind support and encouragement.
Successfully conducted z last round table consultations on DDR&NRC
#Hawassa
that brought together z NRS of SNN, SWE, Gambella, joined by HE Erstu Yirdaw, President of SNNRS, senior leadership of z 3 NRS n representative of UNDP. Expressed strong commitment n support 2 DDR.
Amb Redwan SM, MFA met Ambassadors from Asian countries and updated them on the ongoing humanitarian activities in Tigray, border dispute b/n Sudan&Ethiopia and the GERD negotiation. He presented the reality on ground and said any thing different is baseless propaganda.
Participated in the Bureau meeting of the African Ambassadors Group in Beijing and thanked the African group for its support and solidarity to Ethiopia’s national effort in the rehabilitation and reconstruction work in tTigray and also updated them on current development.
Pleased to be
#Semera
for z fifth round table consultation on DDR n NRC. Very grateful to HE Haji Awole Arba, President of AfNRS n his team for z productive exchanges n warm welcome. Moved by z strong commitment to move forward by drawing appropriate lessons from yesterday.
Very delighted to be in Bahir Dar n conducted Amhara region wide consultative forum on DDR n NRC in z presence of VP Dr Getachew Jember, UNDP D/RR, Cleopas and NRC leadership.Grateful to
#Amhara
NRS for jointly hosting the forum and for warm welcome and generous hospitality.
Very delighted to welcome 2 NRC
#Irina
Schoulgin-Nyoni,, Head of Africa dep’t,
#Swedish
MOFA, currently chairing z EU Council, accompanied by HE Amb Hans n colleges, n had very fruitful discussion on DR. Agreed to work together to speed of z implementation of DRP,
#COHA
.
Arrived at Mekelle for national consultative form on DDR and NRC to create awareness among major stakeholders, the general public and most importantly the ex-combatants who are the focus of the DDR program.
Very delighted 2 be welcomed by HE Shemelis Abdisa, President
#ONRS
n his team 2 undertake z fourth round table consultation on DDR n NRC. Held fruitful discussion n exchanges n agreed 2 coordinate our efforts n work together 2 bring about durable peace in z region n in ETH.
Just met with the Chairman and General manager of the Haier Group,
#Feng
, manufacturer of Home Appliances and solar Energy Panels. Discussed about possible development of Industrial Park and also cooperation in equip Ethiopian Schools in remote areas with solar energy.
One of z identities of z Woliata people is its new year celebration, Yoo Yoo Gifata. Very trilled 2 join z celebration
#Soddo
, z South Ethiopia political &Admin seat. Gifata has rich social and economic values & efforts 2 get it inscribed as World Heritage is commendable.
@reda_getachew
Indeed that is what transpired in our engagement yesterday
#Mekelle
. We are committed to carry out the next course of action as agreed.
I am very delighted to announce the launching of Ethiopian Tourism Destination Marketing Council in China
#ETDMCC
today
#Beijing
with the participation of ET Airlines, Ethiopian Community, Ethiopian Consulate Generals, student representatives, Diaspora members.
Great meeting with our key partners 2 mobilize support to launch Demobilization. Appreciate their commitment & hope this will be translated into concrete actions. Delighted that Interim President of Tigray
@reda_getachew
joined us virtually & expressed his commitment.
Had very good discussion with Dr David KRIVANEK Deputy Head of EUDelegation n Head of Political, Press and information Section, on EU’s support in z implementation of z COHA in general n DDR program. We reiterated z importance of Ethiopia’s peace and stability in z Horn n Africa.
Excellent meeting with Amb Bankole, CPAPS on AU’s role in z implementation of COHA in general n DDR in particular. Strong commitment n solidarity by AU 2 fully realise z outcome of Pretoria agreement in which AU played a lead role.
#African
solutions 2African problems.
Just made an opening keynote remark at Promotion Forum in Changchun, Jilin Province on Ethiopian Investment opportunities organised by Department of Commerce of the province and Ethiopian Embassy in Beijing.
Had a cordial mtg with
@WuPeng_MFAChina
& thanked China for its support to Ethiopia. I updated DG on recent developments, on z initiative of the gov’t on All Inclusive Dialogue. Also exchanged areas of cooperation in post-conflict reconstruction and post-Covid recovery.
On my way
#Shanghai
to promote Ethiopian Coffee via livestream event organised by ECA, Government of Ethiopia, Alibaba Group and Ant Group, and Tmall Global. This is a great opportunity to join e-commerce to sell African commodities online to z huge Chinese consumers.
Had a virtual interview with
#OBN
media on the current preoccupation of the Embassy, the Sino-Ethiopia partnership & cooperation under the current circumstances of the pandemic & future focus where post covid 19 recovery will be our priority. Vaccine coop was also raised.
Very pleased to welcome IOM CoM to Ethiopia, AbibatouWane to NRC office for a follow up meeting to discuss IOM’s support to NRC. Very grateful to IOM for its commitment to work with NRC and extend technical and material support. We look forward for more cooperation.
Arrived in Beijing accompanying DPM n FM Demeke Mekonen, who is on official visit to China, to take part in the inauguration ceremony of the Ethiopian Embassy chancery and residence which I managed its construction. Very grateful to
#MOFA
for facilitating my participation.
Excellent exchange with HE Amb Hans Henric Lundquist, the Ambassador of Sweden and Ms Asa Andersson, Head of development cooperation, with regards to implementation of COHA in general and DDR in particular. Encouraged by the commitment to support the peace process in Ethiopia.
Reports that the Embassy is is not doing any thing is untrue. From the very beginning of the declaration of the nCOV, the 4 Ethiopian missions in China are working with student bodies in Wuhan and other universities.The government is also following the matter very closely.
Very grateful to the
#AUC
for its support to the implementation of COHA in general and DDR in particular. This grant from the AU peace fund is the first for a MS and it will contribute to our effort to kickstart demobilization as early as possible.
@mfaethiopia
Was greatly privileged 2 be one of guest speakers @ Africa Day and Tsignhua University Africa Students Association 5th Anniversary. I delivered a message on z meaning & significance of Africa day & reminded Africa youth on their responsibility of achieving z “Africa we want.”
Grand and colorful opening 2024 International Horticulture Exhibition 2024 Chengdu, that will remain open the exhibitors and the public for six months. It is worth visiting. Very delighted to attend the opening ceremony.
@WuPeng_MFAChina
Thank you # China for being all weather friend of Ethiopia by demonstrating a true strategic partnership. The international community should walk its talk by joining the ongoing humanitarian effort led by the gov’t of Ethiopia. Time to Show solidarity and support.
Met with Mr Emrah Guler, Head of Programmes, IOM Ethiopia and held discussion on how IOM and NRC can cooperate and work together to carry out a successful DDR program. IOM has been supporting NRC in strengthening institutional capacity for which we are very grateful.
Greatly honoured 2 have lectured at z prestigious Tsinghua University for z second time on China-Ethiopia historical relations n current partnership, on the current affairs regarding the peace agreement and its implementation.
#African
solution to African problem.
@MFA
Ethiopia
Had a very informative discussion with Mr Hu, Dir of FDI at the Depart of Hunan Bureau of Com in connection with the upcoming 2nd China Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Sept. Ethiopia is one of the 6 guest countries to promote its agricultural products to the Chinese market.
Thanks
#Development
Reimagined, my fellow African Ambassadors 4 your kind compliments, I cherish every moment we had together
#Beijing
, Thank you 4 your support n solidarity during z last 2 years of z conflict in Ethiopia. African Unity, Long Live Africa
@mfaethiopia
Made keynote speech at 2020 China Enterprises Go Global Risk Conference, where I outlined the COVID 19 situation, post recovery plans and Home Grown Economic plan including the recently released 10 year plan. About 100 enterprises were presented and million watched live.
Honoured to host the Dean of Africa Group, Focac Cochair, A2
@UNSC
, AU PerReP & colleagues from Africa Regions & expressed appreciation for their solidarity & support to the Ethiopian people and government. Africa’s unity is its strength. United we can overcome any challenges.
The people of Ethiopia turned out in large numbers and exercised their democratic right by casting their votes in a freely, peacefully and orderly conducted 6th national and regional election. I am delighted to take part in my constituency. I also participated # GREEN LEGACY.
I appeal to all to handle this crisis with care and in responsible way. We are well aware of the request of the students in Wuhan to be evacuated. We are analysing the request very careful and responsibly with Addis. The government is ready to take action when it time.
On behalf of my colleagues in China and on my own behalf, I wish to thank the Jack Ma Foundation for the generous support to Africa in general and to Ethiopia in particular in the fight against COVID 19. True friends are counted at times of challenges like this.
Z NRC held meeting n evaluated 3 month performance of z National Rehabilitation Commission, reviewed z outcome of regional consultations, gave directions on z next course of action. Council expressed its appreciation 2 z effort made by z NRC n encouraged to redouble its efforts.
Delivered a keynote speech at z 4th African Ambassador’s retreat on” Increasing African Agricultural Capacity and Promoting Value Added Agriculture Trade” . Emphasized z role of bamboo n Ratta in trade, z importance of China African Cooperation in agricultural transformation
Signed contract agreement to construct new Chancery and Residence buildings with China Construction First Group Corporation LTD . It is believed that the new premise will portray the image of Ethio-Sino strategic partnership.
Had a very productive meeting with Vice President of Sinopharm
#Shi
Shengyi regarding collaboration in COVID 19 vaccine between Sinopharm and Ethiopia in particular and in investment in pharmaceutical industry in Ethiopia in general.
As part of our resource mobilisation effort to the fight against COVID 19, Chen Chair of Zhonyang Construction Group contributed 22000RMB( 1 million birr). The AA branch also pledged same mount to the city administration. I express our sincere appreciation. True friend.
Met with Amb of Tunisia
#Dahia
Khaled in Beijing and expressed Ethiopia’s appreciation for the work the African Representatives
#Kenya
,
#Niger
# Tunisia are doing on behalf of Africa # UNSC. Also updated him on the border situation b/n Sudan and Ethiopia.
@TayeAtske
@mfaethiopia
A group photo with the Sichuan provincial leaders yesterday. Very good engagement where profile of the province was articulated and ideas for cooperation were raised. There is desire on both sides to enhance cooperation and share experiences.
On behalf of my colleagues in the Ethiopian Missions in China and on my own, I extend our warmest and hearty congratulations to
@AbiyAhmed
, PM of Ethiopia on winning a well deserved prestigious Nobel Peace Prize 2019.
Met with the owner of Zamira Fashion industry who is travelling to Ethiopia tomorrow for the first time explore the environment to open a factory in Ethiopia. Agreed to have a follow up after his return from Ethiopia.
IGAD Ambassadorial Group formally launched today. As the representative of the current chair of IGAD, Ethiopia initiated and presided over the group. Kenya will be Rapporteur. We agreed to meet once a month and promote our collective regional interest.
Very productive meeting with HE Stephan Auer Amb of Germany to Ethiopia on the support to Demobilisation and Reintegration program as part of the implementation of the COHA. Encouraged by the commitment expressed to work with the NRC.
Made a keynote speech at z ongoing dialogue on agricultural and food security in HOA, where I brought out Ethiopia’s experience in summer wheat production n cluster farming and # Green Legacy initiated by
@AbiyAhmedAli
. This experience is now being shared w/ neighbours.
Met with the British Ambassador in Beijing and held discussion on UK Ethiopia relations, briefed the ambassador on political developments in Ethiopia and regional issues.
On behalf my colleagues in China and the Ethiopians in all parts of China and on my own behalf, I join the people and government of China in mourning the victims of COVID19. I offer our sincere condolences to families of the victims. RIP.
Welcomed a team from Lukin Coffee led by
#Dr
Guo, Chairman and CEO of Lukin Coffee, with z largest coffee shops ( 6300) in China. It is number one importer of Ethiopian Hambela Coffee from Guji, Yirgachafe and Sidama coffee belts. Lukin Coffee plans to import more this yr.