Wednesday 07 / January / 2026
Addis Ababa: The first session of political talks between the Sultanate of Oman and the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia was held today in the Ethiopian capital, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on political consultations between the two nations.
The Omani side was headed by Sheikh Khalifa Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Diplomatic Affairs, while the Ethiopian side was headed by Hadera Abera, State Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political and Economic Affairs.
During the session, both sides discussed bilateral relations, specifically focusing on enhancing trade exchange, labor regulation, and increasing maritime and air transport links. They also explored available investment opportunities in the agriculture and financial services sectors, in addition to addressing several regional and international issues and the efforts exerted to resolve them through peaceful means.
On the sidelines of the consultations, Sheikh Khalifa met with Gedion Timothewos, Ethiopia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. The meeting focused on ways to strengthen cooperation between the two countries and the exchange of views on issues of mutual interest.
The talks session was attended by Dr. Afkar Nazim Al Farsi, Head of Oman’s Mission to Ethiopia, Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al Balushi, Head of the Africa Department at the Foreign Ministry and several officials from both sides.
