President Taye Atske-Selassie Arrives in Luanda for 7th Africa–EU Summit

Addis Ababa, November 23, 2025 (FMC) — President Taye Atske-Selassie has arrived in Luanda, Angola, for the 7th Africa–European Union Summit.

The Head of State was received upon arrival at Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport ahead of the high-level gathering that opens tomorrow.

The summit, taking place from November 24–25 in the Angolan capital, will bring together heads of state and government from African and European Union member nations, along with senior officials from both regional institutions. This year’s meeting holds particular significance as it coincides with the 25th anniversary of the structured Africa–EU partnership.

Over the past quarter century, cooperation between the two sides has expanded into one of the most comprehensive interregional frameworks, built on shared values and long-standing economic, political, and security ties. The EU remains Africa’s largest trading partner, leading investor, and a major contributor to peace support efforts, development cooperation, and humanitarian assistance.

The Luanda summit is expected to assess progress across these areas and outline joint priorities for the next phase of cooperation, including sustainable economic transformation, opportunities for Africa’s youth, and strengthened multilateral engagement. Leaders are also expected to discuss continent-wide security concerns and efforts to ensure a unified African voice on global issues.

President Taye is scheduled to participate in the deliberations aimed at reinforcing the strategic partnership and advancing Ethiopia’s engagement within the Africa–EU cooperation framework.