Ethiopia’s Minister of Finance, Ahmed Shide, held a high-level meeting with the President of the African Development Bank on the sidelines of the African Finance Forum in Rabat.
The discussion reaffirmed the strong and long-standing partnership between Ethiopia and the Bank, with both sides expressing commitment to deepening collaboration across key national priorities.
The meeting focused on three strategic areas of cooperation: enhanced support for Ethiopia’s preparations for hosting COP32, strengthened budget support operations, and the expansion of coordinated investment in high-impact development programs, including the financing of the new Bishoftu International Airport.
The President of the African Development Bank commended Ethiopia’s progress in advancing reforms and reiterated the Bank’s readiness to scale its engagement, particularly in areas that unlock private investment, strengthen macroeconomic stability, and accelerate regional integration.
Minister Ahmed Shide said thexpartnership with the African Development Bank remains vital as we work to deliver economic stability and inclusive growth.
Ahmed Shide further stated that Ethiopia greatly value the Bank’s continued support—particularly its readiness to mobilize resources for budget support, the Bishoftu International Airport, and for Ethiopia’s preparations for hosting COP32. This collaboration reinforces our shared commitment to delivering impactful results for the Ethiopian people.
Both sides agreed to intensify technical and policy dialogue with a focus on advancing regional infrastructure programs and strengthening Ethiopia’s reform agenda through coordinated financing and advisory support.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to pursuing a forward-looking partnership that accelerates sustainable development, regional connectivity, and private-sector–led growth.
Source : Finance minister -Ethiopia
