European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visited Addis Ababa on July 15 for pivotal diplomatic talks.
The high-level discussions focused closely on deepening the bilateral partnership and addressing pressing regional security challenges.
Kallas met with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos to establish shared geopolitical priorities.
The volatile conflict in Sudan and the persistent threat of Al-Shabaab dominated the critical security agenda.
Discussions also touched upon global geopolitical tensions, including Russia’s war in Ukraine and ongoing Middle Eastern instability.
Additionally, the foreign policy chief engaged with EuroCham Ethiopia to explore new trade opportunities for European companies.
Kallas firmly reaffirmed that the East African nation remains a highly valued partner for the European Union.