Ethiopia and Germany agree to strengthen military cooperation

Ethiopia's Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed met with German counterpart Boris Pistorius at the Munich Security Conference. Both countries agreed to further strengthen their military and defense cooperation for mutual benefit. They also committed to a practical working agreement to ensure global peace and security through joint efforts.

Ethiopia's Defense Minister Aisha Mohammed (Eng.) participated in the 62nd Munich Security Conference held in Munich, Germany. The conference focused on examining challenges to the rule of law and the international order, with discussions centered on addressing issues in security risks, air asset damages, trade wars, migration, and food security systems through cooperation rather than division.

The minister held a productive bilateral meeting with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius. In this discussion, both nations agreed to further enhance their military and defense cooperation for mutual benefit and to work closely together. Additionally, they committed to establishing a practical working agreement to ensure global peace and security through joint efforts and to expand their military ties.

Founded in 1963, the Munich Security Conference serves as a platform for shaping global security policies. It is attended annually by hundreds of national leaders, ministers, military chiefs, international organization heads, and experts. The conference acts as a major diplomatic venue for discussing global challenges and strengthening security cooperation.

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