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Ethiopia: Canadian Investors Keen to Engage in Energy, Mining Sectors
Posted on : Thursday, 1st September 2016
Ethiopia and Canada discussed to further strengthen their bilateral relations in the areas of trade, investment, peace and security.
Foreign Minister Dr. Tedros Adhanom held talks with Office of the Ministry of International Development Parlimentary Secretary Karina Gould here yesterday.
The Secretary told journalists following the talks that Canadian business communities are interested to invest in energy, mining, aerospace, engineering and infrastructural development.
The trade volume between the two countries is growing rapidly every year, she said. She said that during talks with Dr. Tedros they discussed ways of further bolstering economic cooperation.
Appreciating the role of Ethiopia in ensuring peace and security in the region, Karina Gould said that it is a great opportunity to invest in the country.
Ministry Spokesperson Tewolde Mulugeta also said the two countries have discussed to further strengthening their relations focusing on trade and investment.
According to him, the two countries have strong relations in various fields and Canada is active partner in various developmental activities including humanitarian support.
Source : allafrica.com
