Addis Ababa, May 8, 2025 (FMC) – President Taye Atske Selassie, President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, participated this evening in a high-level reception and dinner hosted at the Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow, Russia.
The event was organized in honor of world leaders attending the 80th anniversary of Russia’s Victory in the Second World War.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting heads of state and government from across the globe, including President Taye, as part of the commemorative events marking this historic milestone. Victory Day, observed annually on May 9, is one of the most significant national holidays in Russia, celebrating the Soviet Union’s triumph in World War II.
Tomorrow, a grand military parade and various other ceremonies are scheduled to take place in Moscow’s iconic Red Square to mark the occasion.
President Taye arrived in Moscow earlier today to attend the commemorations. He is expected to engage in bilateral discussions with fellow world leaders on the sidelines of the event.
Ethiopia and Russia continue to strengthen their longstanding diplomatic relations, with increasing cooperation across a range of sectors including health, trade, investment, technology, and economic diplomacy. This growing partnership has been reinforced by the signing of multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and recent high-level engagements, it was mentioned.
Notably, the Ethiopia–Russia Business Forum held in Addis Ababa in early November 2024 under the theme “Russia–Ethiopia: Time Doesn’t Wait” brought together senior officials and business leaders from both countries, further bolstering ties.
President Taye’s current visit is expected to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral relations between Ethiopia and the Russian Federation.