Source: Xinhua| 2020-12-23 23:41:43|Editor: huaxiaVideo Player CloseADDIS ABABA, Dec. 23 (Xinhua) -- Ethiopia-China economic ties are set to be further strengthened as the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relationship, an Ethiopian official said on Wednesday. Speaking to journalists, Dina Mufti, spokesman for the Ethiopian Foreign Ministry, said Ethiopia is keen on attracting more investment from Chinese firms. The two countries agreed to elevate their relations to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership of Cooperation in 2017, further lifting their already close partnership. "Zewde discussed the current state of historic bilateral ties with the new Chinese ambassador to Ethiopia, particularly in the areas of economic activities," said Mufti. "The Ethiopian president also called for the two countries to elevate their strategic partnership to the highest level," he further said.

Source: Ethiopian News December 23, 2020 15:45 UTC