President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva hosted an official lunch on February 27 in honor of the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed Ali, and First Lady Zinash Tayachew.
The Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the Presidential Press Service released information regarding the high-level reception held in the capital. The event was attended by officials from both nations, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Ethiopia.
Diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and Ethiopia have seen steady growth in recent years, with both nations seeking to expand cooperation in various sectors, including economy, trade, and international diplomacy. Ethiopia, as a key political hub in Africa and the seat of the African Union, represents an important partner for Azerbaijan within the framework of its foreign policy outreach toward the African continent and the Non-Aligned Movement.