The Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has briefed students of the Ethiopian National Defence College on the country’s foreign policy priorities, strategic direction and diplomatic engagements.
The briefing, organised in collaboration with the Ethiopian National Defence College, brought together Ethiopian students and participants from Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Morocco and other countries.
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Speaking at the event, the Director-General of African Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Zerihun Abebe, highlighted the ministry’s role in advancing Ethiopia’s foreign policy objectives and maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries.
He said peace and security, alongside economic prosperity through regional integration, remained central to Ethiopia’s national interests and diplomatic engagements.
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In a detailed presentation, the Deputy Director-General of African Affairs, Fitsum Girma, outlined the country’s foreign policy priorities and their implementation at regional, continental and global levels.
He emphasised Ethiopia’s efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations with neighbouring countries, other African nations and intergovernmental organisations.
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The briefing also featured an interactive session during which students asked questions and exchanged views on Ethiopia’s foreign policy and diplomatic practices.
The engagement was aimed at deepening the students’ understanding of Ethiopia’s diplomatic approaches and strategies for advancing its national interests.