Ethiopia will host the 32nd United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP32) in 2027. The decision was announced during the 30th Climate Conference (COP30) taking place in Belem, Brazil, according to Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. Ethiopia is implementing national environmental programmes, including the “Green Legacy” initiative, aimed at reforestation and the development of renewable energy. The choice was also influenced by Ethiopia’s developed infrastructure and its experience in hosting major international events. Over the past year,…

Ethiopia has begun producing critically important medicines that have not previously been manufactured in any African country. This will not only meet the domestic demand of the republic but also enable exports to pharmaceutical markets in other African states. The information was reported by Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. The production is organised in the Kilinto Industrial Park in Addis Ababa. According to the park’s management, as of November 2025, five factories are already operating there,…

Ethiopia’s Ministry of Tourism has announced the launch of the “Journey to the Homeland” programme, designed to strengthen ties with ethnic Ethiopians living abroad, reports Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. According to the State Minister of Tourism, Endegena Abebe, the programme will offer participants the opportunity to visit Ethiopia, explore its history and traditions, and reconnect with relatives and local communities. He noted that many Ethiopians raised overseas lack a deep understanding of their roots, and…

Talks between Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs Gedion Timotheos were held in Moscow. Following the meeting, the parties held a joint press conference. According to Lavrov, the sides agreed to promote the intensification of trade and economic cooperation and to advance mutually beneficial projects in the energy sector, including nuclear energy. The Russian minister emphasised the importance of educational ties, noting that Russia is ready to increase annually the number of scholarships offered to…

President of Brazil Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva highlighted Ethiopia’s significant progress in achieving food sovereignty and developing its agricultural sector. He made the statement during the World Food Forum, according to Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a partner of TV BRICS. Lula da Silva described Ethiopia as a model for countries working towards food sovereignty. According to him, the republic is taking effective measures to build a sustainable domestic supply system through agricultural development and the implementation of national initiatives.…

Ethiopia has officially begun exporting goods under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The first shipment, consisting of meat, fruit, and other agricultural products, was sent to Somalia, Kenya, and South Africa via both land and air routes, marking Ethiopia’s effective integration into the continent’s unified trading system. The Minister of Trade and Regional Integration, Kassahun Goffe, described the launch as “a major milestone in Ethiopia’s trade journey” and a symbol of the country’s growing participation in one of…

Initiatives launched in Ethiopia over the past three years to boost cotton productivity and quality have significantly increased foreign currency earnings while also meeting domestic consumption needs, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. By focusing on modern farming techniques, the government has positioned cotton as a dual contributor to the economy, underpinning local industries while generating vital export revenue. The country has an estimated three million hectares of land suitable for cotton cultivation, offering considerable room for sectoral growth, according…

Ethiopia and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to expand cooperation in digital and emerging technologies, with the aim of accelerating Ethiopia’s digital transformation and creating new jobs. This is reported by ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Ethiopia’s Innovation and Technology Minister, Belete Mola, said the deal supports the “Digital Ethiopia 2025” agenda, which prioritises the development of artificial intelligence, big data, cloud services, 5G networks, and satellite communications.  China’s Industry and Information Technology Minister, Li Lecheng, underlined his country’s experience…

Ethiopia has unveiled a new Phytosanitary Capacity Development Strategy (2026–2030) designed to modernise its agriculture sector and boost economic output, according to ENA, a partner of TV BRICS. Developed by the Ethiopian Agricultural Authority in collaboration with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the initiative was presented at a validation workshop in Addis Ababa. Driba Kuma, Director-General of the Ethiopian Agricultural Authority, said the strategy will act as a national roadmap for upgrading phytosanitary services, reducing crop losses from…

As African economies continue to expand their trade networks, digital transformation and e-commerce have emerged as key drivers of economic development. Ethiopia has embraced this trend, aiming to modernise its logistics and aviation infrastructure to meet the growing demand.  E-commerce is increasingly viewed as a critical driver for industrial upgrading, economic diversification, and regional development, and a foundation for a sustainable, technology-driven economy.  In recent years, the Ethiopian government has rolled out policies and strategic initiatives to foster the growth…