PM Modi’s First Visit to Ethiopia Highlights Strategic BRICS Preparations

Source: Moneycontrol | Original Published At: 2025-12-16 14:46:58 UTC

Key Points

• Modi's visit marks India's first high-level engagement with Ethiopia in 15 years, timed with India's upcoming BRICS leadership role.
• Ethiopia's 2024 BRICS accession adds strategic weight, with India supporting increased African representation in multilateral platforms.
• Bilateral trade reached $571.52 million in FY2023-24, with Indian investments exceeding $5 billion across sectors like manufacturing and agriculture.
• Discussions focused on renewable energy (via International Solar Alliance), agriculture, and digital infrastructure cooperation.
• People-to-people ties highlighted through diaspora engagement and cultural exchanges during the visit.