Addis Ababa, July 7, 2026 (FMC) — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) said Ethiopian Airlines has tripled its passenger capacity during the transition years compared with the period before the transition, highlighting the airline’s expansion as a major achievement in Ethiopia’s service sector.
Responding to questions from members of the House of Peoples’ Representatives regarding the government’s performance during the 2018 E.C. fiscal year, the Prime Minister highlighted the continued growth of Ethiopian Airlines and its expanding role in the national economy.
He said Ethiopian Airlines has significantly expanded its service scope, carrying a total of 21 million domestic and international passengers during the current fiscal year.
Of the total passengers served, 17 million were international travelers, according to the Prime Minister.
Prime Minister Abiy said the airline’s expansion has created greater opportunities for Ethiopia to generate economic value through aviation services while strengthening the country’s connectivity with global markets.
He added that the continued growth of Ethiopian Airlines demonstrates the potential of the service sector to contribute to Ethiopia’s economic transformation and international competitiveness.