Addis ababa: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has successfully concluded a Human Resource Development Reform training program focusing on situational analysis, trend analysis, and crisis diplomacy. This program was conducted both virtually and in person for over 60 diplomats.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the training was designed to enhance the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies of diplomats, enabling them to effectively safeguard Ethiopia's national interests in the rapidly evolving global political and diplomatic landscape.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Gedion Timothewos, emphasized during the closing ceremony that contemporary diplomacy requires a scientific approach and modern methodologies. He highlighted the importance of continuous professional development to ensure the effective promotion and protection of the country's interests. The Minister also mentioned plans to extend similar training programs to all Ministry employees in the future.
State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Berhanu Tsegaye, noted that this training is part of the Ministry's three-year capacity-building program. He explained that the initiative aims to enhance employees' professional skills and establish a sustainable human resource development system aligned with national priorities and interests. Ambassador Berhanu added that the program seeks to strengthen the Ministry's institutional capacity and develop a highly competent workforce to uphold professional standards and ethics in diplomatic responsibilities.
At the program's conclusion, certificates were awarded to participants who successfully completed the training.