Ethiopia Briefs Global Partners on Debt Restructuring Progress at Washington Roundtable

Addis Ababa, April 17, 2026 (FMC) — Ethiopia has provided an update on its debt restructuring process during the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable held on the sidelines of the 2026 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Washington.

Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide represented Ethiopia at the Roundtable, where he outlined progress achieved under the G20 Common Framework, noting that it reflects strong cooperation with development partners and the Government’s commitment to restoring debt sustainability and ensuring macroeconomic stability.

The Roundtable brought together debtor countries, official bilateral creditors, private sector creditors, and international financial institutions to foster dialogue on global debt challenges.

During the session, Ethiopia expressed appreciation for the platform’s role in promoting constructive and inclusive engagement among all stakeholders involved in sovereign debt issues.

The Minister stressed that timely and coordinated support from all stakeholders remains essential for the effective implementation of debt treatment agreements. He called for continued constructive engagement from both official and private creditors, as well as sustained support from international financial institutions, in order to maintain reform momentum and support economic recovery.

Ethiopia also highlighted that debt sustainability is closely linked to its broader macroeconomic reform agenda, which focuses on strengthening fiscal discipline, enhancing domestic resource mobilization, and promoting sustainable and inclusive growth.

The Government reaffirmed its commitment to prudent debt management and ensuring that ongoing restructuring efforts translate into stronger economic resilience and tangible development outcomes.

Ethiopia’s participation in the Roundtable reflects its continued engagement in international financial dialogue and its commitment to working closely with global partners to address debt vulnerabilities in a coordinated and effective manner.