Lahore (TDI): Ambassador of Ethiopia to Pakistan, Dr. Jemal Beker, inaugurated the first Food and Agro Manufacturing Expo in Lahore on Friday.
He was accompanied by Syed Ashiq Hussain Kirmani, Punjab Minister for Agriculture and Livestock.
The Ambassador attended the Expo as a guest of honor on the invitation of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP).
Pakistan and Ethiopia share a longstanding relationship deeply rooted in mutual respect, diplomatic cooperation, and a shared vision for regional and global stability.
Formal relations were established in 1973 during President Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s historic visit to Ethiopia.
Ties were further strengthened with the inauguration of Pakistan’s Embassy in Addis Ababa.
The move to deepen engagement, the Ethiopian government reciprocated by establishing its Embassy in Islamabad in 2022, marking a new chapter in the diplomatic partnership between the two nations.
Over the years, the relationship evolved beyond diplomatic formalities, with both countries actively exploring avenues to increase economic and trade cooperation.
The milestone was achieved in February 2023 when Pakistan and Ethiopia signed a Bilateral Trade Agreement, aimed at strengthening stronger commercial ties.
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Pakistan’s exports to Ethiopia include healthcare products, chemicals, machinery, sugar, rice, and textiles, while Ethiopia exports red kidney beans, chickpeas, pulses, hides and skins, tea, and coffee to Pakistan.
This trade relationship not only underlines the complementary nature of their economies but also highlights the potential for further growth.
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Moreover, Pakistan and Ethiopia have consistently supported each other’s positions, collaborating on issues of mutual interest within multilateral forums.
Their shared commitment to peace, development, and global cooperation continues to serve as the foundation of enduring partnership.
As both nations look to the future, there is a palpable sense of optimism that the relationship will continue to grow, driven by mutual respect, shared goals, and a commitment to fostering prosperity for their people.
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