Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin, discussed the recent visit by a high-level Russian parliamentary delegation aimed at enhancing cooperation in health, education, and investment. Key outcomes included agreements on healthcare collaboration, the establishment of educational institutions, and Ethiopia’s deeper engagement with BRICS. The visit was marked by humanitarian aid contributions and the launch of the Sputnik Africa International News Agency.
On February 27, 2025, Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin, discussed the outcomes of a recent three-day visit by a high-level parliamentary delegation led by Valentina Matvienko, Speaker of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation. This visit was aimed at enhancing cooperation in health, education, and investment sectors.
The delegation included notable figures such as Russia’s Minister of Economic Development, Minister of Health, and representatives from the Ministry of Finance and State Corporation Rosatom. Ambassador Terekhin emphasized that the visit’s primary objectives were to strengthen intergovernmental agreements and facilitate trade and economic partnerships.
The ambassadors highlighted various cooperative agreements established during the visit, particularly in healthcare, where Ethiopian and Russian health ministries committed to advancing medical and pharmaceutical collaborations. A significant humanitarian aid contribution, consisting of medical supplies delivered to the Russian Red Cross Hospital in Addis Ababa, was also reported.
Additionally, Russian educational initiatives were introduced, including the establishment of the “Russian-African Network University” and a language center in collaboration with Rossotrudnichestvo. The ambassador also noted interest from Russian businesses in diverse sectors such as agriculture, energy, and technology.
Regarding Ethiopia’s role in BRICS, Ambassador Terekhin remarked that Ethiopia’s active participation coincided with Russia’s chairmanship in the bloc, underscoring the country’s growing economic significance within the group. He referenced Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s engagement in the Kazan BRICS summit as pivotal.
A highlight of the delegation’s visit was the inauguration of the Sputnik Africa International News Agency, which Ambassador Terekhin described as essential for fostering Russian-Ethiopian media partnerships and promoting truthful information dissemination throughout Africa.
The visit of the Russian parliamentary delegation to Ethiopia has significantly strengthened bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including healthcare and education. Initiatives such as the establishment of collaborative institutions and humanitarian aid programs reflect the deepening ties between the two nations. Moreover, Ethiopia’s increasing integration into the BRICS bloc signifies its growing influence on the international stage.
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