President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday said India's trade and investment relationship with Ethiopia is very strong and is 'symbolic of India's commitment to African continent'. Indian investment has made a mark in textiles and garments, engineering, plastics, water management, consultancy and ICT, education, pharmaceuticals and healthcare. He congratulated the Indian Business Forum (IBF) for playing a lead role in encouraging Indian investment and promoting trade and commerce between and Ethiopia," the President stated. The President further said that "India's relationship with Ethiopia is symbolic of its engagement with the African continent, of which Addis Ababa is such a vital hub. The President invited business stake-holders in Ethiopia and Africa to partner us in these frameworks and benefit from them.

Source: Ethiopian News October 05, 2017 18:00 UTC