H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Participates in “Ethiopian Green Treasures” Conference

On 22 July 2025, H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun took part in the “Ethiopian Green Treasures” conference, held at the National Museum of Natural History of Luxembourg. The event was organized by Madame Henoke Courte, Honorary Consul of Ethiopia, in collaboration with the NGO Regards d’Enfants d’Éthiopie.

In his opening remarks, Ambassador Eshete highlighted Ethiopia’s rich botanical diversity, emphasizing the country’s cultural conservation heritage, ecological practices from mountain to the desert, and key government initiatives such as the Green Legacy. He also underscored the importance of research and academic forums in advancing the recognition and protection of intellectual property rights including the traditional conservation practices. He noted the need to combating biopiracy.

The event featured a presentation by Ms. Odile Weber, a researcher at the National Museum of Natural History of Luxembourg, who showcased her study on Ethiopia’s floral wealth, with a particular focus on endemic plant species. Her insightful presentation was followed by an engaging question-and-answer session, fostering interesting exchanges about #Ethiopia among participants.