Abiy Ahmed and William Samoei Ruto have reaffirmed their commitment to deeper bilateral ties and durable peace in the Horn of Africa. During a one-day working visit in Addis Ababa, the leaders discussed strengthening cooperation and exchanged views on regional peace and security. Both sides emphasized dialogue, stability, and African-led solutions as essential to addressing shared regional challenges and advancing long-term cooperation.

Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held one-day strategic talks in Addis Ababa with Abiy Ahmed, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations between Somalia and Ethiopia. The leaders discussed cooperation on security, political coordination, and regional issues affecting the Horn of Africa. Both reaffirmed their commitment to a good neighbourhood, mutual respect, and continued dialogue, agreeing to maintain close communication to advance regional stability, security, and shared strategic interests.

Ethiopian lawmakers say closer ties with India offer a strategic platform to advance the interests of developing nations. The remarks followed an official visit by Narendra Modi and his address to Ethiopia’s House of People’s Representatives. MPs said elevating relations to a strategic partnership strengthens diplomatic cooperation, Global South engagement, and mutual support in multilateral forums. Officials noted the move builds on long-standing relations dating back to 1948.