Prime Minister pays respects at the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

December 17th, 01:44 pm

As a highlight of his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi visited the Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa, a memorial dedicated to the brave Ethiopian soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the Battle of Adwa in 1896. The PM laid a wreath and paid his respects to the heroes, underscoring a special historical connection between India and Ethiopia.

India and Ethiopia are natural partners in regional peace, security and connectivity: PM Modi during the Joint session of Ethiopian Parliament

December 17th, 12:25 pm

During his address at the Joint Session of the Ethiopian Parliament, PM Modi thanked the people and the Government of Ethiopia for bestowing upon him the highest award, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia. Recalling the civilisational ties between India and Ethiopia, he noted that “Vande Mataram” and the Ethiopian national anthem both refer to their land as the mother. He highlighted that over the past 11 years of his government, India-Africa connections have grown manifold.

Prime Minister addresses the Joint Session of Parliament in Ethiopia

December 17th, 12:12 pm

During his address at the Joint Session of the Ethiopian Parliament, PM Modi thanked the people and the Government of Ethiopia for bestowing upon him the highest award, the Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia. Recalling the civilisational ties between India and Ethiopia, he noted that “Vande Mataram” and the Ethiopian national anthem both refer to their land as the mother. He highlighted that over the past 11 years of his government, India-Africa connections have grown manifold.

The ‘Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia’ belongs to the countless Indians who have shaped India-Ethiopia partnership: PM Modi

December 17th, 09:25 am

During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi was conferred the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia', the country’s highest award, by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali. The honour was bestowed upon PM Modi in recognition of his contribution to strengthening the India-Ethiopia partnership and his visionary leadership as a global statesman. The PM dedicated the award to all those who have contributed to nurturing the bilateral ties between India & Ethiopia.

India and Ethiopia have shared continuous contact, dialogue and exchanges for thousands of years: PM Modi during meeting with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali

December 17th, 09:12 am

During his remarks at the meeting with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, PM Modi announced that India–Ethiopia relations have been elevated to the level of a Strategic Partnership. The PM noted that both countries are democratic forces committed to peace and the welfare of humanity. He also expressed satisfaction over the decision to double the number of student scholarships for Ethiopia in India.

Prime Minister holds bilateral talks with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia

December 17th, 12:02 am

During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi held discussions with Ethiopian PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali in Addis Ababa. Both leaders reviewed the entire spectrum of the bilateral relationship and agreed to elevate the ties to the level of a Strategic Partnership. PM Modi thanked Ethiopia for its solidarity in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. Following the talks, the two leaders witnessed the exchange of MoUs.

Prime Minister receives the highest award of Ethiopia

December 16th, 11:52 pm

During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi was conferred the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia', the country’s highest award, by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali. The honour was bestowed upon PM Modi in recognition of his contribution to strengthening the India-Ethiopia partnership and his visionary leadership as a global statesman. The PM dedicated the award to all those who have contributed to nurturing the bilateral ties between India & Ethiopia.

List of Outcomes: Visit of Prime Minister to Ethiopia

December 16th, 10:41 pm

During the meeting between PM Modi and Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali, India-Ethopia bilateral ties are elevated to 'Strategic Partnership'. Several treaties and MoUs were signed in areas including Customs, Scholarships, Artificial Intelligence, United Nations Peacekeeping, Healthcare and Neonatal care.

PM Modi arrives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia to a warm welcome

December 16th, 06:21 pm

PM Modi arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a short while ago. He was warmly received by Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and accorded a ceremonial welcome at the airport. The PM will hold detailed discussions with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and also address the Joint Session of Parliament.

Prime Minister’s departure statement ahead of his visit to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman

December 15th, 08:15 am

PM Modi will visit Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman from December 15–18, 2025. In Jordan, the PM will meet His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein to review India–Jordan relations. In Ethiopia, the PM will hold discussions with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali and address a Joint Session of Parliament on India’s journey as the ‘Mother of Democracy’. In Oman, the PM will meet His Majesty the Sultan of Oman to discuss ways to further strengthen the Strategic Partnership.

Visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman

December 11th, 08:43 pm

PM Modi will visit Jordan, Ethiopia and Oman from December 15 – 18, 2025. In Jordan, the PM will meet His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al Hussein to review the India-Jordan relations. In Ethiopia, the PM will hold discussions with Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali on all aspects of India – Ethiopia bilateral ties. During the PM's visit to Oman, both sides will comprehensively review the bilateral partnership and exchange views on various issues.

Blood of every Indian is on the boil: PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat

April 27th, 11:30 am

In Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi condemned the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam, expressing deep anger and assuring that the perpetrators would face the harshest response. The PM paid tributes and recalled Dr. K. Kasturirangan’s contributions towards the space and education sectors. He also highlighted India’s global leadership in science, innovation and humanitarian efforts.

Prime Minister’s participation in the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue

August 25th, 12:12 am

PM Modi participated in the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue, on 24 August, 2023 in Johannesburg. During his intervention, PM Modi called for the BRICS to be the voice of the Global South. He called for further cooperation to strengthen multi-polar world and emphasised the need to reform the global institutions to keep them representative and relevant. He urged the leaders for cooperation in the domains of counter-terrorism, environment conservation, climate action, cybersecurity, food & health security and resilient supply chains.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s meeting with Prime Minister of the Republic of Ethiopia

August 24th, 11:27 pm

PM Modi met H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Republic of Ethiopia, in Johannesburg on the sidelines of the 15th BRICS Summit. Both leaders held productive discussions on key areas including development partnership & capacity building among various others. PM Modi congratulated PM Abiy Ahmed on Ethiopia’s membership of BRICS and appreciated PM Abiy Ahmed for his participation in the Voice of Global South Summit.

PM's statement at the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue

August 24th, 02:38 pm

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statement at the BRICS-Africa Outreach and BRICS Plus Dialogue

Phone call between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

May 06th, 07:08 pm

PM Narendra Modi had a phone call with H.E. Dr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. The two leaders discussed the domestic, regional and global challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and expressed solidarity with each other during the health crisis.