Ethiopia's collaboration with the Chinese mainland continues to drive transformative infrastructure and economic initiatives, according to Etsehiwot Negash Kebret, a development finance advisor at Addis Ababa-based consultancy Development Reimagined. In a recent interview with CGTN anchor Jiao Yang, Kebret emphasized that high-level cooperation between the two nations remains pivotal for Ethiopia's long-term growth strategy.
"China's expertise in large-scale projects aligns with Ethiopia's priorities in transportation, energy, and industrialization," Kebret noted, highlighting ongoing investments in railways, industrial parks, and renewable energy systems. The partnership has gained renewed momentum this year, with both sides exploring green technology transfers and digital infrastructure upgrades under the Belt and Road Initiative framework.
Analysts observe that Ethiopia's 7.2% GDP growth projection for 2026—the highest in East Africa—is closely tied to these cross-continental synergies. As Chinese enterprises expand manufacturing partnerships in textiles and pharmaceuticals, Ethiopian officials aim to position the country as a regional hub connecting African markets to Asian supply chains.
