CBL-ACP and Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce Sign MoU to Boost Trade and Investment

Addis Ababa – [03 June 2025] The Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture for Belgium, Luxembourg, Africa, the Caribbean and the Pacific (CBL-ACP) and the Addis Ababa Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations (AACCSA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration and promoting trade and investment opportunities for mutual benefits.

The MoU was signed by two senior officials of the private sectors from both sides Mr. Thomas De Beule, Commercial Director of CBL-ACP, and Mrs. Zahara Mohammed, President of AACCSA, marking a milestone in the commitment of two organizations to enhance economic, technical and busines cooperation.

The agreement outlines a framework for enhanced economic cooperation between the two organizations, with the goal of supporting member companies and advancing sustainable development across key sectors including trade, industry, agriculture and technology.

This partnership marks a significant step forward in promoting closer economic ties between Ethiopia and the Benelux region. The Embassies of Ethiopia and Belgium in Brussels and Addis Ababa closely coordinated to facilitate this process paving the way for dynamic, long-term cooperation.