H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Presents His Letter of Credence to His Majesty the King of the Netherlands

*H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Presents His Letter of Credence to His Majesty the King of the Netherlands*
On Wednesday 19 February 2025, the Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ambassador Eshete Tilahun presented his Letters of Credence to His Majesty King Willem Alexander, King of the Netherlands in an elegant Royal ceremony.
The official ceremony took place at the Nordeinde Palace in The Hague and was followed by a private conversation with His Majesty, during which bilateral, regional and multilateral matters of common concern and interests were discussed.
The Ambassador presented to His Majesty the King priorities of his mandate and commitment to continue deepening the links that have huge potential for the two countries. On the highlight of His priorities of his tenure the Ambassador stated the need to expand business ties and saught the support of the Royal Family to encourage Investment, Trade and people to people relationship that is tourism, including Economic Mission and visit to Ethiopia.
His Majesty welcomed the Ambassador and expressed the support of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for success of his works and to strengthen the friendly relationships of the two countries.
Ethiopia and the Netherlands have maintained a history of longstanding relations of friendship and cooperation through the several bilateral and multilateral agendas. Highlights on the celebration of centenary of the bilateral trade agreement in 2026 as opportunity to expand cooperation was also presented

H. E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with H.E. Sheikh Mohammed Belal, Managing Director of Common Fund for Commodities ( CFC) in Amsterdam

H. E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with H.E. Sheikh Mohammed Belal, Managing Director of Common Fund for Commodities ( CFC) in Amsterdam 18 February 2025.
The two officials held the discussion at the Head Quarters of CFC, where teams from both sides were in attendance. The Managing Director underscored the need for standing together and advocating to secure fair trade in the global commodities market down the long journey. Detailed presentation on how the CFC works to help farmers which are producing export commodities attracted attentions.
Ambassador Eshete expressed appreciation for the advocacy and small scale producers investment financing works and reassured the Managing Director to work together and coordinate efforts for this just cause.

H.E. Ambassador Eshete held a meeting with H.E. Mrs. Judith Arends, Managing Director of (CBI) and Acting Managing Director for (RVO)

H.E. Ambassador Eshete held a meeting with H.E. Mrs. Judith Arends, Managing Director of Center for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries (CBI) and Acting Managing Director for International Development in the Netherlands Enterprise Agency ( RVO), 17 February 2025.
The discussions were held in the presence of pertinent Experts on Ethiopia. Both officials highlighted that the opportunities for doing business in Ethiopia far outweigh the challenges. Ambassador Eshete expressed gratitude to the people and Government of the Netherlands for their trust in short-term business engagements and their commitment to sustainable cooperation between the two countries.
Knowledge based businesses promotion and long-term development cooperation requires capacity building for Enterprises and government institutions. Both sides agreed to frequently and closely consult to unlock challenges in the implementation process.

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with Mrs Nuria Vlonk-Cunha

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with Mrs Nuria Vlonk-Cunha
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Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with the Netherlands’ African Business Council (NABC) Acting Managing Director Mrs Nuria Vlonk-Cunha Soares on 17 February 2025.
The meeting was held at the Head Quarters of NABC emphasizing the wide opportunities in doing business in Ethiopia and the Netherlands for Enterprises from both sides. Schemes to stimulate businesses and areas of focus within the Ethiopian priority sectors has been highlighted. The need, in this regard, to working closely including through co-organizing promotion events, exploring facilitation supports from the Netherlands and offers to host business in Ethiopia also discussed in detail. Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation on practical terms.

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with H.E. Ambassador Maria Isabel Ecoge in The Hague, 17 February 2025.

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held discussion with H.E. Ambassador Maria Isabel Ecoge in The Hague, 17 February 2025.
Ambassador Eshete has paid a curtsey to the Ambassador of Angola to Netherlands Her Excellency Maria Isabel Ecoge in her capacity as Dean of African Ambassadors Group. Her Excellency provided briefing on how the African Group jointly following issues of common concern within the International Organizations and bilateral agenda with the Kingdom of Netherlands. As a non resident Envoy, Ambassador Eshete informed the African Dean that she is representative for all who shuttle from Brussels. He stated, very much encouraged by the assurances of Ambassador Isabel and the the readiness to coordinate in the efforts to achieve common objectives.

Warm congratulations to H.E. Ali Mahmamoud Youssouf

Warm congratulations to H.E. Ali Mahmamoud Youssouf and the Sisterly Republic of Djibouti for assuming this important Pan African Responsibility. We also congratulate Republic of Kenya and Republic of Madagascar for availing themselves for same responsibility. The run up to this day was not easy. Now is the time for unity, collaboration, and unwavering support for the new AUC Chairperson. May this new leadership bring progress, stability, and prosperity to our beloved continent.
God Bless Africa!

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Engages with Mr. Sarhan Basem

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Engages with Mr. Sarhan Basem
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Brussels, 13 February 2025 – Ambassador Eshete Tilahun met at his office with Mr. Sarhan Basem, Managing Editor of Brussels Morning Newspaper and discussed on potential collaboration between the Embassy and the Newspaper .
Their conversation centered on enhancing cooperation through providing a platform to share the Ambassador’s perspectives on key regional and international matters. Exchange of insights on regional dynamics and highlights of crucial role of the media partnerships in promoting a deeper understanding of Ethiopia was also the subject of their discussion.

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun meets with Mr. Bruno De Smet

H.E. Ambassador Eshete Tilahun meets with Mr. Bruno De Smet
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Ambassador Eshete Tilahun held a business meeting on 13 February 2025with Mr. Bruno De Smet and his team to explore potential collaboration opportunities between Volver Consulting and the Embassy.
During the discussion, Mr. De Smet provided an overview of his company’s work and expressed a strong interest in partnering with the Embassy to work on business and investment opportunities in Ethiopia.
Ambassador Eshete welcomed the initiative and outlined the Embassy’s priority areas for investment in Ethiopia, emphasizing key sectors with high potential for economic growth. Both sides exchanged views on fostering cooperation and identified areas for collaboration to promote business.

Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Presented a Copy of His Credentials

Ambassador Eshete Tilahun Presented a Copy of His Credentials
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Today 12 February 2025, H.E. Mr. Eshete Tilahun, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the Benelux Countries and the EU Institutions has presented Copy of his Credentials to H.E. Mrs. Gabriella Sancisi, Director of Protocol and Host Country Affairs Department in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. At the occasion the two officials discussed about the longstanding and robust relationship that exist between the two countries.
Ambassador Eshete expressed his readiness to work closely with the Authorities of the Netherlands to further strengthen the century-old relationship and existing cooperation between Ethiopia and the Netherlands. He also highlighted priorities of his tenure.
Mrs. Gabriella on her part, welcomed the Ambassador and expressed the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for success of his works and to strengthen the friendly relationships. Both side have agreed to cooperate in the furtherance the national interests of their respective countries and people to people ties.