New delhi: Ethiopia participated in the 11th BRICS Foreign Policy Dialogue held in New Delhi under India's BRICS Chairship, as announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).According to Ethiopian News Agency, the ministry shared in a statement on its official page that Ethiopia reaffirmed its commitment to constructive multilateral engagement and strengthened South-South cooperation through its participation in the forum. The Ethiopian delegation, led by Mekonnen Gossaye, Director General for Strategic Planning and Monitoring at MFA, joined senior foreign policy and planning officials and experts from BRICS member states.The dialogue centered on major global priorities, including resilience, innovation, cooperation, and sustainability, offering a platform for exchanging views among participating countries. Mekonnen highlighted Ethiopia's commitment to climate action, particularly through the Green Legacy Initiative spearheaded by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, which continues to mobilize nationwide effor ts to restore ecosystems and advance environmental sustainability.He also outlined Ethiopia's ongoing economic and digital transformation, citing progress in infrastructure development, digital national ID systems, fintech solutions, and e-governance services as part of the country's broader development direction. Ethiopia further emphasized its dedication to deepening cooperation within BRICS, stressing shared knowledge, green finance, and collective resilience as key pillars for sustainable development and shared prosperity.
Thursday, June 11, 2026