Deputy PM Temesgen stresses collective strength and resolve to realize Ethiopia’s 2018 E.C. vision

Addis Ababa, July 18, 2025 (FMC) — Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Temesgen Tiruneh, has called for collective strength, discipline, and resolve as the country embarks on implementing the 2018 Ethiopian Calendar (2025/26) national budget.

Speaking during a high-level review session with senior federal institution leaders, Temesgen emphasized the importance of partnership and shared commitment to build on the country’s ongoing national renaissance.

In his statement, the Deputy Prime Minister described the 2018 fiscal year as “a defining chapter” in Ethiopia’s journey of transformation — a continuation of the momentum initiated in 2017, which he characterized as a pivotal turning point.

Recall that the Council of Ministers recently reviewed the 2017 (2024/25) performance and laid out priorities and plans for 2018 (2025/26), providing a strong foundation for the budget under discussion.

“This year’s budget reflects that spirit,” Temesgen noted, highlighting key milestones from the previous year, including the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), the near-finalization of the national gas project, and the rise of dynamic development corridors across Ethiopia’s urban centers.

“These aren’t just projects,” he said. “They’re symbols of what’s possible when we lead with purpose.”

Temesgen stressed that the path ahead demands more effort, greater discipline, and above all, collective strength. “Our goals for 2018 require not just individual drive, but collective strength — not just ambition, but partnership,” he emphasized.

He concluded with a call to action, underscoring the responsibility of the current generation to shape Ethiopia’s future. “If we meet this moment — together — then the generation we belong to won’t just witness history. We will shape it.”

This budget review marks a critical step in aligning Ethiopia’s development agenda with its transformative projects and long-term vision for inclusive growth.