Bangladesh, Ethiopia Boost Economic Ties
Bangladesh and Ethiopia have moved to strengthen bilateral ties, signalling a renewed push toward deeper economic and investment cooperation.
During an official visit to Addis Ababa, Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Dr Khalilur Rahman held talks with his Ethiopian counterpart, Gedion Timothewos, where both sides reviewed existing relations and explored new avenues of collaboration. Discussions covered a wide range of bilateral and multilateral issues, reflecting a shared intent to expand engagement across sectors.
Ethiopia highlighted its ongoing economic progress and encouraged Bangladeshi businesses to explore investment opportunities in key priority areas. These include renewable energy, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment manufacturing, and other segments within the broader manufacturing ecosystem.
Reaffirming Dhaka’s interest in closer ties, Dr Rahman emphasised Bangladesh’s willingness to enhance cooperation, particularly in trade and investment. Both countries expressed optimism that increased business engagement and policy support could translate into stronger economic linkages in the coming years.
