Addis Ababa May 4/2023 (ENA)The Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz has arrived in Addis Ababa this afternoon for a working visit to Ethiopia.
Up on arrival at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, the chancellor was warmly welcomed by Foreign Affairs State Minister, Birtukan Ayana.
Chancellor Scholz is also accompanied by several representatives of German companies.
He is expected to discuss with higher government officials on national, regional and international issues of mutual concern.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Ethiopia and Germany have been enjoying a long standing relations and the visit would further strengthen this ties to higher level.
Germany is a country that stood alongside Ethiopia during difficult times; the Spokesperson of Foreign Affairs Ambassador Meles Alem told journalist today.
According to the Spokesperson, Ethiopia and Germany have strong bilateral relationships, especially in the area of development and capacity building.
Germany is known for its huge development support to Ethiopia in addition the cooperation in the field of vocational education.
The trade relations between the two countries are also strong as Ethiopia imports various products from Germany.
Foreign Affairs Ministry said frequent high-level visits to Ethiopia will contribute to strengthening relations between Ethiopia and Germany.
During his stay in Ethiopia, Scholz has also plan to visit the African Union, it was learned.
Source: Ethiopian News Agency