Oman,
Ethiopia Discuss Means of Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation

Addis
Ababa, 6 Jan 2026 (ONA) — 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.

—Ends/AG