Ethiopia and Argentina ink bilateral market access protocol within WTO accession framework

Addis Ababa, October 24, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia and Argentina signed a Bilateral Market Access Protocol today at the World Trade Organization (WTO) headquarters in Geneva, marking a major step forward in Ethiopia’s bid for WTO membership.

The agreement was signed by Mr. Tsegab Kebebew Daka, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Ethiopia to the United Nations Office and other International Organizations in Geneva, and Mr. Gustavo Nerio Lunazzi, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Argentina to the WTO.

Speaking at the ceremony, Ambassador Tsegab highlighted that the Protocol not only propels Ethiopia’s WTO accession process but also reinforces bilateral relations with Argentina and enhances cooperation within the global trading system.

Ambassador Lunazzi commended Ethiopia’s commitment to joining the WTO and reaffirmed Argentina’s support for Ethiopia’s timely accession.

Following the signing, the Protocol was formally deposited at the WTO Secretariat, signaling a significant move toward Ethiopia’s full integration into the international trade community, Permanent Mission of Ethiopia in Geneva told Fana Media Corporation.