New Zealand Praises Ethiopia’s Reforms

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Outgoing New Zealand Ambassador Michael Upton praised Ethiopia’s physical transformation and reform agenda while reaffirming New Zealand’s commitment to deeper engagement. He said talks with President Taye Atske Selassie focused on expanding cooperation in trade, services, and technology despite the limited current exchange. Upton highlighted ongoing support in geothermal energy, climate-smart agriculture, education scholarships, and humanitarian assistance. He also emphasized Ethiopia’s regional role, resilience goals, and the need to address social impacts alongside development reforms.