Addis Ababa:Ethiopia and the Chinese technology company Huawei have entered into an agreement to enhance their strategic cooperation in the realm of digital transformation. This agreement aims to expand the country's ICT infrastructure, boost national technological capabilities, and accelerate the development of Ethiopia's digital economy.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh discussed the progress of Ethiopia's digital economy with Eric Yuan, the new Chief Executive Officer of Huawei Ethiopia. The discussions focused on exploring further cooperation opportunities in line with Ethiopia's Digital Ethiopia 2030 strategy.
Temesgen highlighted Huawei's significant role in Ethiopia's digital development, particularly in expanding ICT infrastructure and enhancing connectivity. He emphasized the importance of Huawei's support in advancing Ethiopia into a more connected, inclusive, and competitive economy.
Yuan acknowledged the Ethiopian government's ongoing efforts to progress the digital economy, reaffirming Huawei's dedication to supporting the nation's development goals. The discussions also considered potential areas for collaboration, emphasizing the importance of national ownership, mutual trust, sustainability, security, and local value creation.
Temesgen stressed that Ethiopia's digital transformation is focused not only on adopting new technologies but also on ensuring these technologies provide tangible benefits to citizens, strengthen domestic capabilities, and foster innovation and economic growth. He stated the need for international partnerships to be aligned with Ethiopia's national priorities and aspirations.
Both parties agreed on the necessity to reinforce their cooperation and turn their shared commitments into practical outcomes that would contribute to Ethiopia's long-term development. Temesgen concluded, "Our ambition is clear an Ethiopia that is not only more connected, but more capable, more competitive, and better positioned to shape its own future."
