Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister, Dr. Gedion Timothewos, set off to Algeria on an important working visit. The aim: strengthen diplomatic ties, review past agreements, and chart a future that benefits both nations. Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Minister Gedion met with his Algerian counterpart, Ahmed Attaf, signaling a renewed commitment to expanded cooperation between the two African countries.
Reviewing Progress from the Fifth Joint Ministerial Commission
During the trip, Gedion and Attaf reviewed decisions made during the 5th session of the Ethio-Algeria Joint Ministerial Commission held in April 2025 in Addis Ababa. They focused on implementing key strategies and the Memoranda of Understanding signed between the two nations.
These agreements cover areas such as agriculture, technology, health, and trade. Both ministers vowed to move swiftly and firmly toward delivering results from these deals.
Shared Vision for Regional Peace and African Unity
Gedion and Attaf also delved into regional and continental issues. They reaffirmed their commitment to deeper African Union cooperation and spoke about the need to unite Africa’s voice in global forums.
The discussions included shared priorities such as conflict resolution, counterterrorism, climate resilience, and reform of United Nations bodies. Both countries stressed the need for African solidarity in the face of global challenges.
Ethiopia and Algeria discussed expanding economic cooperation across several sectors. Both countries are keen to promote trade, attract investment, and share technological advances.
They also talked about learning from each other’s experiences in fields like education, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence, and renewable energy. These conversations reflect a genuine desire to shift from political goodwill to concrete business actions.
What Lies Ahead for Ethiopia–Algeria Relations
This working visit marks another important step in Ethiopia-Algeria cooperation. Both sides agreed to hold more high-level visits and increase diplomatic coordination. They plan to revive the Joint Ministerial Commission regularly and use it as a platform to measure progress.
Public diplomacy, business councils, and sectoral dialogues are also in the pipeline signaling a fresh momentum toward sustained partnership.
From reviewing implementation progress to expanding economic and regional collaboration, the visit lays groundwork for a more robust partnership. As Ethiopia and Algeria work more closely, their collaboration promises to benefit not only both governments but also the broader goals of peace, development, and African unity.
