Addis Ababa: Foreign Affairs Minister Taye Atske Selassie has discussed with his Maltese Counterpart, Ian Borg, to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
FM Taye had a fruitful meeting with Ian Borg, Minister of Foreign, European Affairs and Trade of the Republic of Malta, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Minister’s visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties and fostering cooperation between the two nations.
Accordingly, discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exchange of views on issues of common concern, it was indicated.
Ambassador Taye congratulates the Government of Malta for its Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) chairmanship.
He also appreciated the government of Malta for playing a positive role in multilateral forums including the UN Security Council by taking a reasonable and balanced position on pressing global peace and security issues.
During the visit, Minster Borg engaged in high-level meetings with key Eth
iopian government officials including Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, to explore opportunities for further collaboration and partnership.
This discussion would allow deepening the understanding and friendship between the people of Ethiopia and Malta.The two countries are working together to enhance their cooperation in various fields. They have also signed Memorandum of Understandings on aviation, tourism, and diplomatic training.
It was recalled that Ethio-Malta Investment and Trade Promotion Forum was held on 12 March 2024 in Addis Ababa where 30 Maltese companies and 150 companies from Ethiopia took part in the joint business forum.
Source: Ethiopian News Agency
Egypt will be the host of the next 14th African Games in 2027.
The symbolic handing over of the African Union flag was done at the closing ceremony of the 13th edition of the African Games in Accra, Ghana.
Mr. Mustapha Ussif, the Youth and Sports Minister of Ghana handed over the flag to the African Union (AU) Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Minata Samate Cessouma, who then presented it to the Egyptian Minister of Youth and Sports Mr. Ashraf Sobhy.
It would be the second time that Egypt would host the quadrillion sports festival.
Egypt placed first at Accra 2023 with a total of 187 medals (99 gold, 46 silver and 42 bronze).
Ghana placed sixth with 68 medals (19 gold, 269 silver and 20 bronze).
Source: Ghana News Agency