Addis Ababa, April 26, 2024 (Addis Walta) The State Minister of Finance for Economic Cooperation, Semereta Sewasew, discussed with a delegation led by Simon Mustard, UK – Foreign, Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) Director for Africa.
The discussion between the two parties focused on mutual interests at bilateral, regional, and international levels.
They discussed assistance, humanitarian space, and basic service delivery in Ethiopia. The Director pointed out that FCDO has substantially raised the volume of the aid and would like to collaborate with the Ethiopian government to ensure efficient and smooth delivery of assistance to people in need.
The delegation also reaffirmed their commitment to the ongoing economic reform program and promised to avail both human and financial resources for the implementation of the program.
Emphasis was also placed on the private sector’s vital role in driving prosperity and job creation, thereby enhancing exports and boosting domestic revenue.
In conclusion, the state minister expressed gratitude to the UK government for its support during the pledging event in Geneva and reiterated the importance of enhanced financial aid and continuous consultation on smooth delivery.
