
AMN Plus-November 11, 2026
In a message shared on her official social media page, Addis Ababa Mayor Adanech Abiebie stated that she had held a constructive discussion with Kate Hampton, Chief Executive Officer of the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), on the sidelines of the COP31 Leaders’ Summit in Antalya, Türkiye.
The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation opportunities as Ethiopia prepares to host COP32 in Addis Ababa in 2027. Key areas of engagement included waste management and resource utilization, the Green Legacy Initiative, climate change resilience, and enhanced cooperation in urban development.
The two sides also explored ways to deepen collaboration in promoting sustainable, green, and inclusive urban development, in line with Ethiopia’s broader climate action and environmental sustainability priorities.
Mayor Adanech emphasized the importance of translating the shared commitment into tangible results, underscoring the need for strengthened partnerships to build greener, more sustainable, and climate-resilient cities for present and future generations.