“People who do not reconcile with their history can not go far…” Ethiopian President President Sahle-Work ZewdePresident Sahle-Work Zewde making a speech during the opening ceremony of a week long exhibition of Ethiopian Diplomacy (Photo : MFAE)borkenaEthiopia is commemorating Diplomacy Week. During the week-long exhibition, Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde, a seasoned diplomat with several decades of experience, delivered an opening speechHighlighting Ethiopia’s 116 years of diplomatic history, she commended the Ministry’s contributions to Ethiopia’s diplomacy. Addressing the close link between foreign policy and a country’s internal situation, President Zewde mentioned the challenging years in Ethiopian diplomacy, particularly the unprecedented last three years. President Zewde also emphasized the importance of reconciling with one’s own history in her keynote speech. In connection with the exhibition, the president expressed her hope that it would inspire the younger generation to contribute to the field of diplomacy.

Source: Ethiopian News January 12, 2024 09:34 UTC