Ethiopian PM Abiy Concludes Azerbaijan Visit with Agreements on Cooperation

2026年02月25日(水)

Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed has wrapped up his official working visit to Azerbaijan, signing agreements to deepen ties in energy, investment, AI, and other sectors.

Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed concluded his official working visit to Azerbaijan on Ketit 21, 2018, returning to Addis Ababa after starting on Ketit 19. The trip aimed to bolster bilateral relations, building on recent growth including doubled trade volume, Azerbaijan's embassy in Addis Ababa, and links in aviation and investment.

Leader-level talks addressed energy, investment, agriculture, industry, defense, air transport reforms, and tourism. Foreign Minister Dr. Gedion Timothewos said the agreements 'can expand cooperation fields forward,' citing Azerbaijan's warm reception and shared advances in digital government services and artificial intelligence.

Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute Director Dr. Werqu Gachema confirmed collaboration plans in AI. The delegation toured Baku's technology hubs, including the AI Academy, gaining insights to support Ethiopia's Digital Ethiopia 2030 strategy. Discussions also shared Azerbaijan's COP29 experiences to prepare Ethiopia for COP32.

人々が言っていること

Reactions on X to Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed's visit to Azerbaijan and agreements in defense, energy, AI, and investment are predominantly positive from official accounts and media, highlighting strengthened strategic ties and South-South cooperation. A protest post criticized the defense pact over fears of arms escalation harming civilians.

I express my sincere gratitude to President @azpresident for the warm and gracious welcome extended to me on my maiden official visit to Azerbaijan.

Over the past few years, our partnership has steadily expanded, underpinned by recent economic cooperation in the aviation sector,… pic.twitter.com/llYlb9eMv4

— Abiy Ahmed Ali 🇪🇹 (@AbiyAhmedAli) 2026年2月27日

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s Visit to Baku Strengthens Strategic Cooperation

H.E @AbiyAhmedAli official working visit to Baku marks an important step in deepening relations between Ethiopia and Azerbaijan, advancing cooperation aligned with Ethiopia’s long-term economic… pic.twitter.com/N3Z9agSoI9

— Ministry of Planning and Development - Ethiopia (@MoPD_Ethiopia) 2026年2月27日

🇪🇹🇦🇿: #Ethiopia and #Azerbaijan Elevate Strategic Partnership Through Multi-Sector Cooperation After PM Abiy’s Visit - PM Office Press Secretary https://t.co/yW93NNfaIw pic.twitter.com/0eBAPhmNYz

— Fana Media Corporation S.C. (FMC) (@fanatelevision) 2026年3月1日

Ethiopia and Azerbaijan are leveling up! 🚀 ​PM Dr Abiy Ahmed’s landmark visit to Baku marks a new era of cooperation:
🔹 New Defense & Military pact
🔹 Joint Climate leadership (COP29 🤝 COP32)
🔹 Tech transfer in Aviation & Energy
​A massive win for South-South cooperation. pic.twitter.com/eJaOYcM5Af

— Addisu Melkamu (@MelkamuAddisu) 2026年2月27日

On 27 February 2026, *London Fano* protesters gathered in London outside the Embassy of *Azerbaijan* to oppose the *visit of Abiy Ahmed.*
We are calling for an *immediate end to weapons sales to Ethiopia.* Supplying arms only escalates violence and puts innocent Amhara civilians… pic.twitter.com/bvWPTph2LA

— Elizabeth Altaye (@AltayeEthiopia) 2026年2月27日

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