Ethiopia seeks strong trade ties

Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Dr Jemal Beker Abdula, while emphasising the need to further strengthen trade and investment ties between Ethiopia and Pakistan, invited Karachi’s business community to use Ethiopia as a gateway to the vast African market of 1.5 billion people.

Businesses operating in Ethiopia also enjoy duty-free and quota-free access to the European Union and the United States of America, which is an additional lucrative opportunity for foreign investors.

Speaking at a meeting during his visit to the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), the envoy invited KCCI members to participate in “Invest in Ethiopia 2025,” scheduled for May 12–13, 2025, followed by Pakistan’s Single Country Exhibition from May 15–17, 2025.

Ethiopian Airlines will offer a 12% discount to visitors attending these events, while affordable hotel accommodations are also available, he revealed.

Highlighting the importance of the upcoming events, Dr Abdula said the “Invest in Ethiopia” conference will attract investors, policymakers, and supply chain stakeholders from across the globe, providing an ideal platform for partnerships, connectivity, and networking.

He elaborated that a large number of participants have already confirmed their attendance at the Single Country Exhibition as well, which will showcase a wide range of Pakistani products to Ethiopian and African markets.

The ambassador said Ethiopia has become one of Africa’s leading tourist destinations. Post-Covid, Ethiopia recorded a 40% increase in tourist arrivals, thanks to its peaceful environment and rich historical attractions.