In a meeting held at the premises of the Chinese Embassy in Addis Ababa, leaders of Addis Chamber and diplomats from the Chinese Embassy discussed ways to enhance trade and investment between the two nations.
During discussions with Addis Chamber leaders, Mr. Liu Xiaoguang, Minister Councilor at the Embassy of China in Addis Ababa, highlighted the rapid growth in Chinese trade and investment in Ethiopia, attributed to successive macroeconomic reforms that open the Ethiopian economy to foreign businesses. He noted the need to unlock investment opportunities in sectors such as agriculture and industry, while also urging attention to impediments including taxation and unpredictable government directives.
Acknowledging the Chinese Embassy’s role in facilitating business growth, Mr. Zekarias Assefa, Secretary General of Addis Chamber, urged Chinese investors and businesses to unlock Ethiopia’s investment potential and reiterated the Chamber’s commitment to facilitating business matchmaking and networking events.
Mr. Kassahum Mamo, Deputy Secretary General of Addis Chamber, stated that the Chamber is unwavering in its support for viable macroeconomic reforms to foster a competitive private sector in Ethiopia and beyond.
He also recognized the support from the Chinese government for Ethiopia’s progress, including steps toward WTO accession and BRICS membership enrollment.
Currently, trade and investment between Ethiopia and China are surging, contributing to job creation and GDP growth in both countries.
Addis Chamber has also signed a memorandum of understanding with several Chinese chambers of commerce and is one of the leading partners in hosting the upcoming China Entrepreneurs Summit, scheduled for April 21, 2026.
