ISLAMABAD: Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Pakistan Jemal Beker Abdula said on Tuesday that entry of his country into BRICS would give a major boost to south-south cooperation and promote sustainable socio-economic development across the world.
The envoy stressed on Ethiopia’s regional and global influence, geostrategic importance, and immense natural resources during a meeting with Brazilian Ambassador to Pakistan Olyntho Vieira. He said Ethiopia’s entry into BRICS would not only expand the bloc’s influence but also bolster its collective strength and institutional capabilities.
The envoy emphasized on Ethiopia’s modernized economy, citing reforms launched by Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed in agriculture, mining, manufacturing, ICT, agro-processing, and tourism sectors. He said collaboration within BRICS would promote technology transfer, knowledge sharing, economic integration, environmental sustainability, access to quality education and health facilities, and infrastructural development of the bloc members.
Furthermore, Ambassador Jemal Beker highlighted Ethiopia’s commitment to international peace and sustainable development, emphasizing on its strong belief in collaboration over competition.
He underlined Ethiopia’s historical role as one of the founders of the League of Nations and the United Nations (UN), emphasizing the country’s dedication and commitment to ensuring peace, justice, and security on the global stage.
Brazilian Ambassador Appreciates Ethiopia’s Constructive Role
Brazilian envoy Olyntho Vieira appreciated Ethiopia’s constructive role in the rapidly changing global dynamics and stressed the importance of south-south cooperation in promoting equal socio-economic development worldwide.
He said the world was drifting away from the geo-politics focusing on geo-economics to promote global economic integration.
