---
title: 'Pakistan, Ethiopia Eye Stronger Economic Partnership'
url: 'https://thediplomaticinsight.com/pakistan-ethiopia-stronger-economic-partnership/'
author: 'Sohail Majeed'
date: '2026-04-17T16:54:03+05:00'
categories:
  - 'Ambassadors'
  - 'Diplomatic News'
tags:
  - 'Cooperation'
  - 'Economic'
  - 'Ethiopia'
  - 'Middle East'
  - 'Pakistan'
---

# Pakistan, Ethiopia Eye Stronger Economic Partnership

**Islamabad (TDI):** Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr. Oumer Hussein Oba, met Federal Minister for Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh in Islamabad to discuss avenues for strengthening bilateral cooperation.

The federal minister welcomed the ambassador and appreciated the friendly relations between the two countries. The ambassador, in turn, praised Pakistan’s culture and hospitality, while also acknowledging its constructive role in promoting global peace.

During the meeting, both sides explored opportunities for collaboration in trade, investment, and economic development. The ambassador highlighted Ethiopia’s economic potential, pointing to its large population of around 130 million and key sectors such as agriculture, livestock exports to the Middle East, and hydropower, which provides affordable energy.

He also noted the success of Ethiopian Airlines, which currently operates flights from Karachi and is considering expanding its services, particularly in cargo operations.

The ambassador emphasized cultural similarities between Ethiopia and Pakistan and encouraged Pakistani investors to explore opportunities under Ethiopia’s investor-friendly policies. He also mentioned coffee as one of Ethiopia’s major export products.

**Read More: [Pakistan, Ethiopia Amp Up Trade and Investment Ties with New Joint Committee](https://thediplomaticinsight.com/pak-ethiopia-new-joint-committee-on-trade/)**

On his part, the federal minister outlined Pakistan’s investment potential in sectors such as agriculture, minerals, and information technology. He also briefed the ambassador on the role of the Board of Investment in facilitating investors, as well as incentives available in Special Economic Zones and ongoing reforms aimed at improving the business environment.

Both sides agreed that Pakistan’s global image is improving and that there is significant room to enhance bilateral cooperation. The ambassador invited the minister to visit Ethiopia, an invitation that was warmly received.

**Read More: [Pakistan, Ethiopia Stress Maritime Cooperation to Boost Trade](https://thediplomaticinsight.com/pak-ethiopia-maritime-cooperation-trade/)**

The federal minister also invited the ambassador to visit his constituency, Chiniot, to experience its cultural heritage and traditional craftsmanship.

Senior officials from the Board of Investment were also present at the meeting, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to attracting foreign investment and strengthening international partnerships.