Ethiopia Reiterates Commitment to Pan-African Ideals, Enhance Regional & Global Cooperation

Addis Ababa, April 26, 2025 (ENA) --- Ethiopia’s Ambassador Biruk Mekonnen has emphasized the vital role of youth engagement and academic dialogue in shaping a more inclusive and multipolar global order.

He made the remark during a roundtable discussion hosted by the Ethiopian Embassy in London on Saturday, which brought together graduate students from the University of Oxford and the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).

The discussion focused on Ethiopia’s evolving role within BRICS, the Global South, and broader regional geopolitics.

 

Ambassador Biruk underlined Ethiopia’s longstanding commitment to Pan-African ideals and its vision for enhanced regional and global cooperation.

Gisla Sahlemichael, Head of the Embassy’s Political Section, provided a comprehensive overview of Ethiopia’s strategic positioning, geographically, diplomatically, and demographically, and its role in advancing South-South cooperation.

He also highlighted Ethiopia’s potential to serve as a bridge between BRICS and non-member African countries, helping to amplify Africa’s voice in global affairs.

Participants engaged in an in-depth dialogue covering a range of topics, including Ethiopia’s principled foreign policy of non-alignment, its proactive engagement in multilateral forums, and the prospects for regional integration.

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 discussion also touched on Ethiopia’s dedication to peace building, particularly through Transitional Justice mechanisms and inclusive national dialogue.

The participants emphasized the importance of balanced and accurate media narratives in reflecting the complexities and realities of Ethiopia and the African continent.

The Embassy also expressed its appreciation to the participating students and academic institutions for their thoughtful contributions, calling the dialogue both timely and enriching.