The Russian parliamentary delegation’s visit to Ethiopia, led by Valentina Matvienko, focused on strengthening cooperation in health, education, and investment sectors. Ambassador Terekhin reported on tangible results, including health agreements and the establishment of educational centers, highlighting the importance of Ethiopia’s growing role in BRICS and media collaboration.
On February 27, 2025, Russian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin, emphasized the positive outcomes of the recent visit by a Russian parliamentary delegation to Ethiopia, which was led by Valentina Matvienko, the Speaker of the Federation Council. The visit aimed to enhance cooperation across health, education, and investment sectors, culminating in crucial agreements to strengthen bilateral relations.
The delegation’s three-day visit incorporated several high-ranking officials, including the Minister of Economic Development and the Minister of Health, along with representatives from the Ministry of Finance and various scientific and industrial organizations. Their objectives included improving legislative frameworks and promoting trade and economic collaboration between Russia and Ethiopia.
Ambassador Terekhin noted significant advancements in health cooperation, highlighting an agreement between the health ministries of both nations to bolster efforts in the medical and pharmaceutical areas. Humanitarian support was also delivered, encompassing medical supplies transferred to the Russian Red Cross Hospital in Addis Ababa.
In addition, the Ambassador informed about educational collaborations established by the Russian Ministry of Education and Science, which involve creating a center for the “Russian-African Network University” and a Russian Language Center in Addis Ababa. Russian interest is notably growing in Ethiopia’s agricultural, energy, and technological sectors.
Addressing Ethiopia’s integration into the BRICS bloc, Ambassador Terekhin remarked on the country’s active participation during Russia’s chairmanship in 2024. He underlined Ethiopia’s substantial contributions to BRICS as a rapidly expanding economy.
A highlight of the delegation’s visit was the initiation of the Sputnik Africa international news agency. Ambassador Terekhin described the agency as crucial for enhancing Russian-Ethiopian media cooperation and fostering valuable information exchanges throughout Africa.
In summary, the visit of the high-level Russian delegation to Ethiopia facilitated significant agreements across health, education, and investment sectors. Concrete steps have been taken towards enhancing bilateral relations and expanding economic collaboration. The establishment of media cooperation through Sputnik Africa further solidifies the partnership’s commitment to information exchange and cooperative growth.
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