The event, which was celebrated under the theme 'Ethio-Finnish Development Cooperation of 50 Years from the CSOs Perspective', also underscored that the Funding for Local Cooperation (FLC) and Finnish International NGOs operating in Ethiopia are putting notable efforts and need to be commended. Investing in equal opportunities would have much role to op-en up the way for the exceptional economic and social development. When women and men have equal rights and opportunities, poverty is easily alleviated, Ambassador Helena noted. Economic and Trade Affairs Cooperation Coordinator Head of the Embassy Arto Valjas said on his part that the current development cooperation policy prioritizes women empowerment, job creation opportunities and well-being, building a well-functioning democratic society, food security, water and energy cooperation as major focus areas of cooperation. The experts gathered at the event also underlined that Finish Development Cooperation in the areas of special needs education and Red Cross Society is exemplary to other donor nations and organizations.

Source: Ethiopian News February 21, 2018 11:26 UTC