PM Modi Receives Warm Ethiopian Welcome Strengthens India Africa Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm and enthusiastic welcome during his official visit to Ethiopia reinforcing the deep and long standing relationship between India and one of Africa’s oldest nations. His address to a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament was met with applause appreciation and acknowledgement of the shared history that connects the two countries.

From the moment he arrived in Addis Ababa Modi was greeted with ceremonial respect and rich cultural warmth. Ethiopian leaders and local communities welcomed him with gestures that reflected friendship and familiarity giving the visit a sense of emotional connection. The strong bond between India Ethiopia and the wider African region was clearly visible throughout the visit.

In his speech to Parliament the Prime Minister highlighted the historical and civilisational ties between the two nations that span several centuries. He spoke about how migration trade and cultural exchange have shaped relations over generations building trust and mutual respect. Modi also reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening cooperation in key areas such as trade education healthcare and digital development.

Modi expressed that he felt completely at home in Ethiopia calling the country a trusted partner and friend. He thanked the Ethiopian leadership and people for the warmth and respect shown to him and spoke about the importance of people to people connections in strengthening diplomatic relationships.

During the visit both nations focused on expanding strategic engagement and signed agreements aimed at boosting economic cooperation infrastructure development and technology sharing. The visit comes at a time when India is actively strengthening its partnerships across Africa with a focus on long term collaboration.

The discussions also addressed modern global challenges including climate resilient agriculture skill development for youth and sustainable growth. Modi’s visit highlighted India’s approach of cooperation and mutual progress rather than competition in its engagement with African nations.

By receiving one of Ethiopia’s highest honours and engaging closely with leaders and citizens Prime Minister Modi’s visit reinforced that the India Ethiopia partnership continues to grow rooted in trust friendship and a shared vision for future prosperity.