Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and President Erdogan held a phone conversation on August 10, 2024, Office of the Prime Minister announced Sunday.
“The leaders discussed enhancing bilateral ties, particularly focusing on doubling trade volume. The two also addressed strengthening regional cooperation,” the office said.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed expressed appreciation for President Erdogan's support in facilitating a resolution to the misunderstanding between Ethiopia and Somalia.
Abiy underscored “the importance of providing Ethiopia, a nation of 120 million people, with access to the sea through a mutually agreeable approach,” the office stated.