Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed received today at his office World Bank President Ajay Banga, who arrived in Ethiopia earlier in the day for a two-day visit.
During a bilateral meeting held together with their delegations, the Prime Minister provided an overview of the overall economic reforms underway and the progress of Ethiopia’s home grown economic reform agenda.
The World Bank President on his part commended Ethiopia’s focus on key development goals despite many challenges encountered domestically and in the global arena.
During his time in Addis Ababa, Banga is expected to meet government officials, including Minister of Finance Ahmed Shide, and Mamo Mihretu, Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia.
He will also meet with Moussa Faki Mahamat, the African Union Commission Chairperson, to discuss ways to strengthen partnerships and collaborations between the World Bank and the African Union.
Victoria Kwakwa, World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa, and Mohamed Gouled, International Finance Corporation Vice President for Industries, have accompanied Banga on the trip.
From Ethiopia, Banga will travel to Nigeria. The African visits follow earlier tour stops in Peru, Jamaica, and India, according to World Bank.
Source: Ethiopian News Agency