Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed held talks today with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, focusing on strengthening the historic partnership between Ethiopia and Germany.
The discussions covered key areas of bilateral cooperation, with both sides affirming their commitment to deepening collaboration across various fields.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated: “I welcomed Johann Wadephul, Foreign Minister of the Federal Republic of Germany, today for productive talks on enhancing the partnership between Ethiopia and Germany.”
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is a historically rich nation in the Horn of Africa, widely recognized as one of the world’s oldest countries and the only African nation to never be permanently colonized. It is home to ancient sites like the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela and the ruins of Aksum, which was a major empire from the 1st to the 8th centuries. The country also has deep religious roots, with Orthodox Christianity established in the 4th century and a significant Islamic history dating back to the earliest days of the faith.
Germany
Germany is a country in Central Europe with a rich and complex history, shaped by the Holy Roman Empire, the Protestant Reformation, and its unification in 1871. Its 20th-century history was defined by two World Wars, the division during the Cold War, and its peaceful reunification in 1990. Today, it is known for its influential cultural contributions in philosophy, music, and science, as well as landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Cologne Cathedral.
