Prime Minister pays respects at the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

December 17th, 01:44 pm

As a highlight of his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi visited the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa, a memorial dedicated to the brave Ethiopian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the Battle of Adwa in 1896. The PM laid a wreath and paid his respects to the heroes, underscoring a special historical connection between India and Ethiopia.

India and Ethiopia are natural partners in regional peace, security and connectivity: PM Modi during the Joint session of Ethiopian Parliament

December 17th, 12:25 pm

During his address at the Joint Session of the Ethiopian Parliament, PM Modi thanked the people and the Government of Ethiopia for bestowing upon him the highest award, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia. Recalling the civilisational ties between India and Ethiopia, he noted that “Vande Mataram” and the Ethiopian national anthem both refer to their land as the mother. He highlighted that over the past 11 years of his government, India-Africa connections have grown manifold.

Prime Minister addresses the Joint Session of Parliament in Ethiopia

December 17th, 12:12 pm

During his address at the Joint Session of the Ethiopian Parliament, PM Modi thanked the people and the Government of Ethiopia for bestowing upon him the highest award, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia. Recalling the civilisational ties between India and Ethiopia, he noted that “Vande Mataram” and the Ethiopian national anthem both refer to their land as the mother. He highlighted that over the past 11 years of his government, India-Africa connections have grown manifold.

The ‘Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia’ belongs to the countless Indians who have shaped India-Ethiopia partnership: PM Modi

December 17th, 09:25 am

During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi was conferred the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia', the country’s highest award, by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali. The honour was bestowed upon PM Modi in recognition of his contribution to strengthening the India-Ethiopia partnership and his visionary leadership as a global statesman. The PM dedicated the award to all those who have contributed to nurturing the bilateral ties between India & Ethiopia.

India and Ethiopia have shared continuous contact, dialogue and exchanges for thousands of years: PM Modi during meeting with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali

December 17th, 09:12 am

During his remarks at the meeting with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, PM Modi announced that India–Ethiopia relations have been elevated to the level of a Strategic Partnership. The PM noted that both countries are democratic forces committed to peace and the welfare of humanity. He also expressed satisfaction over the decision to double the number of student scholarships for Ethiopia in India.

Prime Minister holds bilateral talks with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia

December 17th, 12:02 am

During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi held discussions with Ethiopian PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali in Addis Ababa. Both leaders reviewed the entire spectrum of the bilateral relationship and agreed to elevate the ties to the level of a Strategic Partnership. PM Modi thanked Ethiopia for its solidarity in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. Following the talks, the two leaders witnessed the exchange of MoUs.

Prime Minister receives the highest award of Ethiopia

December 16th, 11:52 pm

During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi was conferred the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia', the country’s highest award, by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali. The honour was bestowed upon PM Modi in recognition of his contribution to strengthening the India-Ethiopia partnership and his visionary leadership as a global statesman. The PM dedicated the award to all those who have contributed to nurturing the bilateral ties between India & Ethiopia.

PM Modi arrives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to a warm welcome

December 16th, 06:21 pm

PM Modi arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a short while ago. He was warmly received by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and accorded a ceremonial welcome at the airport. The PM will hold detailed discussions with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and also address the Joint Session of Parliament.