Macron Ends Africa Trip in Ethiopia with Focus on UN Reform and Inclusive Governance
The talks are expected to center on development cooperation, regional stability and investment opportunities as Ethiopia seeks stronger international ties.
- On Wednesday, French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, meeting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed before attending a trilateral meeting at the African Union headquarters with Secretary-General Ant Guterres and African Union Commission Chairperson Mahamoud Ali Youssouf.
- Amid growing regional tensions in the Horn of Africa, including Red Sea security concerns, France has sought to expand its political and economic engagement across East Africa, positioning itself as a key European partner.
- Macron announced the French government and private sector would mobilize $27 billion to spur inclusive growth during the Africa Forward Summit, while a new $63.9 million loan agreement was signed to support Ethiopia's green energy investment and digitalization program.
- The leaders addressed the longstanding question of African representation on the Security Council, with Guterres noting that current geographic imbalances create problems of legitimacy and effectiveness for the world.
- As Ethiopia works to diversify foreign partnerships following years of conflict, the leaders "recognized the need for African representation." Prime Minister Abiy described the visit as a testament to the "strong friendship" between the two countries, underscoring its diplomatic weight.
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