A high-level Ethiopian delegation is currently participating in the BRICS Senior Energy Officials meeting taking place in Brasilia, Brazil, demonstrating the nation's commitment to strengthening international collaboration in the energy sector.
Ethiopia's Ambassador to Brazil, Leulseged Tadese, addressed the assembly, emphasizing the critical role of the BRICS platform in fostering energy security and efficiency for a sustainable global future. Ambassador Leulseged highlighted the fundamental importance of accessible, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy in achieving the United Nations' 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
During his address, the Ambassador outlined the ambitious energy initiatives being implemented by the Ethiopian government, rooted in national development plans and strategies, including the country's Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy. He underscored Ethiopia's ongoing dedication to ensuring and maintaining clean and sustainable energy sources, expanding energy infrastructure to meet growing national demand, and actively promoting regional cooperation and integration in the energy sector.
Ambassador Leulseged further urged BRICS nations to take concrete steps towards bolstering energy cooperation. He specifically called for the sharing of best practices and valuable experiences, as well as facilitating technology transfer among member states. Such collaborative efforts, he argued, are essential for collectively advancing energy security and sustainability within the BRICS framework and beyond.
Ethiopia's active participation in this key BRICS meeting underscores the nation's proactive stance on global energy issues and its dedication to working with international partners to build a more sustainable and prosperous future for all. The discussions in Brasilia are expected to lay the groundwork for further collaboration and initiatives within the BRICS energy sector.