ADDIS ABABA — Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed met with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Monday to discuss Ethiopia’s ongoing economic reforms, as the country seeks to position itself as a modern African metropolis and a hub for continental diplomacy.
The discussions, which Abiy described as “insightful,” focused on Ethiopia’s debt restructuring efforts and the “Resilience and Sustainability Trust.”
The meeting comes at a time when Addis Ababa is undergoing a massive “corridor development” project, transforming the city’s infrastructure to attract foreign investment.
“We are reshaping our economic landscape to shield our critical sectors, such as aviation, from global shocks,” Abiy said in a statement. He noted that strategic policy measures had helped Ethiopia maintain its position as a regional leader despite fuel supply disruptions caused by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The diplomatic push was echoed at the African Social Media Influencers Summit held in the capital today. Digital creators and policymakers called for a coordinated effort to “reclaim the African narrative.”
“For too long, our story has been told by others,” said a spokesperson for the Ethiopian Communications Service.
“Through digital engagement, we are showing the world the reality of our modernization and our aspirations for integration.”
However, health officials remain on high alert. Ethiopia has joined international medical screening efforts following a multinational hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship.
While no cases have been confirmed within Ethiopia, authorities at Bole International Airport have intensified medical protocols for travelers coming from affected regions
