The Embassy, in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), organized an Investment Forum at the FICCI Federation House. The Forum was graced by the auspicious presence of H.E. Mr. Temesgen Tilahun, Deputy Commissioner of the Ethiopian Investment Commission; H.E. Ambassador Demeke Atnafu, Ambassador Extraordinary, Plenipotentiary of F.D.R. Ethiopia, and Dr. Gunveena Chadha, Assistant Secretary General and Coordinator International Division of FICCI and Mr. Yash Pal Sachar, Senior Member-FICCI Africa Council and Vice President-Corporate Affairs, Ashok Leyland Group.
On the occasion, H.E. Mr. Temesgen Tilahun provided a comprehensive overview of the diverse investment opportunities in Ethiopia, by emphasizing the priority sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, mining, ICT and tourism as well as real estate , logistics, transport, education and energy as emerging areas.
The Deputy Commissioner also extended a warm invitation to the audience, urging them to consider investing in Ethiopia. He assured potential investors that the Ethiopian Investment Commission would facilitate all necessary steps, emphasizing the government’s commitment to fostering a conducive environment for foreign investments.
Dr. Gunveena Chadha expressed FICCI’s readiness to work in collaboration with the Embassy to further bolster the existing economic ties between the two countries.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Yash Pal expressed enthusiasm for investment opportunities in Ethiopia, encouraging audience to explore and engage in the country’s growing economic landscape.
The Forum concluded with an engaging Question and Answer session, allowing participants to seek further clarification and insights into Ethiopia’s investment landscape. More than 40 company representatives were in attendance.
