{"id":281,"date":"2025-12-17T11:06:48","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T11:06:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/todaynewshours.com\/?p=281"},"modified":"2025-12-19T11:19:48","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T11:19:48","slug":"india-and-ethiopia-are-natural-partners-in-peace-and-connectivity-says-pm-modi-in-historic-parliament-address","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/todaynewshours.com\/?p=281","title":{"rendered":"India and Ethiopia Are Natural Partners in Peace and Connectivity, Says PM Modi in Historic Parliament Address"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Prime Minister Narendra Modi<\/strong> on Wednesday described India and Ethiopia as \u201cnatural partners\u201d<\/strong> in promoting regional peace, security, and connectivity, highlighting the growing strategic importance of ties between the two nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addressing a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament<\/strong> in Addis Ababa, PM Modi said the relationship between India and Ethiopia is rooted not just in diplomacy, but also in shared values, geography, and development goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cEthiopia stands at the crossroads of Africa, while India lies at the heart of the Indian Ocean region. This makes us natural partners in ensuring regional stability and connectivity,\u201d the Prime Minister said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A Historic Moment in Diplomacy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This was PM Modi\u2019s first-ever bilateral visit to Ethiopia<\/strong> and also marked a personal milestone \u2014 the Ethiopian Parliament became the 18th legislature in the world<\/strong> to be addressed by him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His speech was met with a standing ovation<\/strong>, reflecting the warmth and respect between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi was also conferred Ethiopia\u2019s highest civilian honour<\/strong> by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed<\/strong>, recognising his efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance India\u2019s engagement with Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Modi<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Shared Journey as Developing Nations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

During his address, PM Modi stressed that both India and Ethiopia, as developing nations<\/strong>, have much to learn from each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe share not only warm climates, but also a warm spirit,\u201d he said, pointing to common challenges such as poverty reduction, infrastructure development, and inclusive growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He highlighted India\u2019s experience in digital public infrastructure, education, healthcare, and skill development<\/strong>, while acknowledging Ethiopia\u2019s growing role as a key economic and political hub in Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Strategic Partnership and Africa Outreach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The visit has already yielded tangible outcomes. According to India\u2019s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the elevation of India\u2013Ethiopia ties to a strategic partnership<\/strong> is one of the most significant results of the visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This partnership is expected to expand cooperation in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Trade and investment
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  • Defence and security
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  • Connectivity and logistics
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  • Capacity building and technology sharing
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    Ethiopia is a crucial partner in India\u2019s broader Africa outreach strategy<\/strong>, especially given its location in the Horn of Africa \u2014 a region vital for global trade routes and maritime security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    \"Modi<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Part of a Wider Diplomatic Tour<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    PM Modi\u2019s Ethiopia visit is part of a four-day, three-nation tour<\/strong> aimed at strengthening India\u2019s ties with West Asia and Africa. He arrived in Addis Ababa from Jordan<\/strong> on December 16 and is scheduled to depart for Oman<\/strong> next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The visit underscores India\u2019s intent to play a more active role in shaping regional stability beyond South Asia, while reinforcing partnerships with nations across Africa and the Middle East.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    With shared development priorities and growing strategic alignment, India\u2013Ethiopia relations are expected to deepen further in the coming years. PM Modi\u2019s address to the Ethiopian Parliament marks a symbolic and substantive step in that direction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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