Moscow: Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed engaged in a comprehensive discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on sectors such as energy, agriculture, healthcare development, and defense cooperation.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, a significant part of their dialogue was the discussion on the signing of agreements to jointly develop a nuclear power plant aimed at providing clean energy. The leaders expressed mutual interest in leveraging this collaboration for societal benefits.
PM Abiy shared details of the meeting on social media, emphasizing the wide-ranging topics covered, including the potential for defense cooperation. The discussions are seen as a strategic effort to strengthen bilateral ties between Ethiopia and Russia.
Prime Minister Abiy is currently in Moscow attending the international forum World Atomic Week, recognized as the largest event dedicated to the nuclear sector and related industries. This participation highlights Ethiopia's interest in advancing its capabilities in nuclear energy and related fields.