Brasilia: Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh emphasized that Africa is at a crucial juncture, poised to convert its substantial development potential into tangible progress. Ethiopia’s high-level delegation, led by the Deputy Prime Minister, is participating in the second Brazil-Africa Dialogue on Food Security, Fight Against Hunger, and Rural Development.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the African continent is enhancing sustainable agricultural practices, embracing technological advancements, and broadening market access for farmers. Temesgen shared on social media, “The future is taking root in our fields. We’ve arrived in Brazil to take part in the Second Brazil-Africa Dialogue on Food Security, Combating Hunger, and Rural Development-a gathering of partners committed to building a more food-secure and resilient world.”
The Deputy Prime Minister highlighted that beyond the summit, the Ethiopian delegation engaged in significant bilateral discussions with Brazil’s Vice President and Mi
nister of Industry and Development, Geraldo Alckmin. The Vice President praised Ethiopia’s swift economic growth and the resurgence of its domestic production. He also expressed Brazil’s keen interest in strengthening collaboration, particularly in the aviation sector, where Ethiopia remains a leader.
Ethiopia and Brazil already engage in a cooperative framework in agriculture, forest management, and the use of acidic soils, as stated by the Deputy Prime Minister. “In our discussion, we explored new opportunities for strategic partnership, particularly in the areas of sustainable development, trade, and investment,” he said.
Together with Vice President Alckmin, the Deputy Prime Minister noted that they have charted a course built on shared history and a bold vision for the future. He added that through multilateral collaboration and joint action, Ethiopia and Brazil aim to drive progress that brings lasting change to their people.