PM Abiy Engages in Talks with Iranian President at BRICS Summit

KAZAN: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia held discussions with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, focusing on both bilateral and regional matters. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, an event aimed at promoting multilateralism for equitable global development and security.

According to Ethiopian News Agency, Prime Minister Abiy, who is participating in the summit from October 22 to 24, shared insights on Ethiopia’s willingness to assist in reducing tensions in the Middle East. In a social media post, Abiy highlighted his conversation with President Pezeshkian, emphasizing Ethiopia’s readiness to play a supportive role in de-escalating regional conflicts. The meeting underscores the broader theme of the summit, which seeks to address global challenges through cooperative and multilateral approaches.