Ethiopia and China Seek to Deepen Strategic Partnership Through Stronger Party-to-Party Cooperation

Addis Ababa, November 12, 2026 (FMC) – Ethiopia and China have discussed ways to deepen their longstanding strategic partnership by strengthening cooperation between their ruling parties, alongside expanding collaboration across political, economic and development sectors.

The discussions took place here in Addis Ababa today during a meeting between Ethiopia’s ruling Prosperity Party Deputy President and Head of the Party’s Office Adem Farah and Chinese Ambassador to Ethiopia Chen Hai.

Mr. Adem underscored that the longstanding friendship and strategic partnership between Ethiopia and China provide a strong foundation for expanding cooperation in political, economic and development spheres.

The two sides also explored ways to strengthen cooperation and strategic engagement between Ethiopia’s Prosperity Party and the Communist Party of China, reflecting the importance of party-to-party relations in advancing broader bilateral ties.

Ambassador Chen reaffirmed China’s support for the Prosperity Party’s efforts to promote inclusive prosperity, national development and institutional transformation.

Both sides also emphasized the significance of cooperation agreements signed during Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s visit to China in 2023, discussing ways to build on those commitments and identify additional areas of collaboration.

They exchanged views on new opportunities for cooperation that could support economic transformation, regional stability and mutual benefits, reaffirming their commitment to further strengthening the strategic partnership between the two countries.