Ethiopia Upholds Pan-African Vision, Boosting Regional and Global Ties
Addis Ababa, April 26, 2025 (ENA) — Ethiopian Ambassador Biruk Mekonnen highlighted the critical importance of involving young people and fostering academic discussions to create a more equitable and multi-polar world system.
During a roundtable event organized by the Ethiopian Embassy in London on Saturday, he shared his thoughts. The gathering included graduate students from the University of Oxford and the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
The conversation centered around Ethiopia's changing position within BRICS, the Global South, and wider regional geopolitical dynamics.
Ambassador Biruk highlighted Ethiopia's enduring dedication to Pan-African principles and its aspiration for strengthened collaboration at both regional and international levels.
The Head of the Embassy’s Political Section, Gisla Sahlemichael, offered an extensive briefing on Ethiopia’s crucial position strategically, covering aspects such as geography, diplomacy, and population demographics, along with its contributions to enhancing South-South collaboration.
He emphasized Ethiopia's role as a link between BRICS and non-BRICS African nations, aiding in strengthening Africa's presence on the international stage.
The participants took part in a thorough discussion encompassing various subjects such as Ethiopia’s principle-based foreign policy stance of not aligning with any blocs, its active participation in international organizations, and the potential for increased regional unification.
The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) was cited as a landmark initiative capable of driving sustainable development and regional collaboration across the Horn of Africa.
The conversation likewise addressed Ethiopia's commitment to fostering peace, notably via transitional justice measures and comprehensive national dialogues.
Participants highlighted the significance of fair and precise media portrayals in capturing the intricacies and truths about Ethiopia and the broader African continent.
The embassy likewise conveyed its gratitude to the involved students and educational institutions for their insightful inputs, describing the conversation as both relevant and valuable.
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