[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.] #  @ifa_ethiopia Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA posts on X about ethiopia, ahmed, egypt, finance the most. They currently have XXXXX followers and XX posts still getting attention that total XXXXX engagements in the last XX hours. ### Engagements: XXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::1202583200570257408/interactions)  - X Week XXXXXX +134% - X Month XXXXXXX +73% - X Months XXXXXXX +266% - X Year XXXXXXX +1,299% ### Mentions: XX [#](/creator/twitter::1202583200570257408/posts_active)  - X Week XX +28% - X Month XX -XX% - X Months XXX +95% - X Year XXX +654% ### Followers: XXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::1202583200570257408/followers)  - X Week XXXXX +1.70% - X Month XXXXX +7.10% - X Months XXXXX +26% - X Year XXXXX +55% ### CreatorRank: XXXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::1202583200570257408/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence [#](/creator/twitter::1202583200570257408/influence) --- **Social category influence** [countries](/list/countries) XX% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) X% [finance](/list/finance) XXX% **Social topic influence** [ethiopia](/topic/ethiopia) #201, [ahmed](/topic/ahmed) 7.5%, [egypt](/topic/egypt) #330, [finance](/topic/finance) 5%, [sudan](/topic/sudan) #117, [moscow](/topic/moscow) #553, [russia](/topic/russia) #2871, [house of](/topic/house-of) 2.5%, [prime minister](/topic/prime-minister) #1263, [defence](/topic/defence) XXX% **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@ifaethiopia](/creator/undefined) [@ebereket_87](/creator/undefined) [@el_nazor](/creator/undefined) [@qsseenn20235827](/creator/undefined) [@ethconpuntland](/creator/undefined) [@ladhka](/creator/undefined) [@mfaethiopia](/creator/undefined) [@ebc](/creator/undefined) [@mofethiopia](/creator/undefined) [@nbethiopia](/creator/undefined) [@ena](/creator/undefined) [@ethiopian](/creator/undefined) [@ethiopia](/creator/undefined) [@tanaforum](/creator/undefined) [@maeromania](/creator/undefined) [@smehary](/creator/undefined) [@abojia](/creator/undefined) [@habtishgreat](/creator/undefined) [@zerihunjimma](/creator/undefined) [@temesgenteshal2](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts [#](/creator/twitter::1202583200570257408/posts) --- Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours "Ethiopia continues to strengthen its position as a leading advocate for peace stability and reconstruction across Africa. The opening of the 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction in Addis Ababa highlighted the countrys growing influence in shaping dialogue on conflict recovery and sustainable development. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania in partnership with Ethiopias Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) the program reflects a shared understanding that building lasting peace requires cooperation between local regional and global" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1981346838809567615) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-23T13:07Z 9128 followers, 1184 engagements "#Ethiopias House of Peoples Representatives and House of Federation have convened their joint session marking the fifth year of the 6th #HoPR and the beginning of the 2018 Ethiopian fiscal year. Held in the presence of H.E. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed alongside lawmakers diplomats and representatives of key national institutions the session sets the stage for defining the countrys legislative and development agenda. #Ethiopia #IFA #Governance #ParliamentarySession" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1975173113844285504) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-06T12:15Z 9127 followers, 2589 engagements ": " - " 📍: Samara Afar 📅: October XX 2025 Explore the connections between the Nile Red Sea and the strategic role of the Afar Region. Organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with FDRE Defence War College and Samara University. #Ethiopia #WaterNexus #StrategicAutonomy" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1977279430385865039) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-12T07:45Z 9115 followers, 3971 engagements "High-Level Ethiopian Delegation Led by Finance Minister Ahmed Shide Arrives in Washington D.C. A high-level Ethiopian delegation led by H.E. Ahmed Shide Minister of Finance has arrived in Washington D.C. to attend the 2025 Annual Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) taking place from October XX onward. The delegation is expected to hold a series of discussions with representatives from the two global financial institutions as well as with various multilateral organizations and development partners. The Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia H.E. Dr. Eyob" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1977649460437045753) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-13T08:15Z 9120 followers, 9904 engagements "IFA and French Ambassador Meet to Boost Collaboration H.E. Mohammedrafie Abaraya Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) hosted H.E. Alexis Lamek the Ambassador of France to Ethiopia for discussions on Monday October X 2025 aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The meeting centered on strengthening the French language program and promoting joint research and high-level dialogue. Both sides explored potential partnerships with the French Diplomatic Academy and increased engagement with the French Development Agency and the French Center for Ethiopian" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1978098169444446415) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-14T13:58Z 9125 followers, 1728 engagements ": " - " 📍: Samara Afar October XX 2025 Explore the connections between the Nile Red Sea and the strategic role of the Afar Region. Organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with FDRE Defence War College and Samara University. #Ethiopia #WaterNexus #StrategicAutonomy" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1978773293084639340) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-16T10:41Z 9125 followers, 3021 engagements "FM Gedion Meets #UN Security Council Members in Addis Ababa Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) held talks with members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) visiting Addis Ababa for the Annual Informal Joint Seminar with the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC). The discussions covered regional and global peace and security issues with Minister Gedion emphasizing Ethiopias strong support for the UNSCs role in maintaining international peace. Council members commended Ethiopias longstanding contributions to peace and stability in Africa and beyond." [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979365482193895650) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-18T01:54Z 9120 followers, 5243 engagements "Lt. Halefom Melese Former Naval Force Association Chairperson remembered his comrades resilient struggle to maintain Ethiopia's sovereign presence on the Red Sea in 1991. We were once a coastal nation - lost it through internal divisions & external encroachment he stressed" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979445257516265714) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-18T07:11Z 9124 followers, 3968 engagements ""It is impossible to ensure Ethiopia's Sustainable Development without having an access to the Sea." Hon. Dr Fetih Mahdi Deputy Chair of HoPR Foreign Relations and Peace Affairs Standing Committee" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979456206465900944) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-18T07:55Z 9127 followers, XXX engagements "#HappeningNow: TTWS Forum "Securing a sovereign access to the sea helps us to effectively attain SDGs." Hon. Dr Fetih Mahdi Deputy Chair Person HoPR Foreign Relations and Peace Affairs Standing Committee" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979457083293733081) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-18T07:58Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements "IFA: #Ethiopias Existence Intertwined with the Red Sea and Abay (Nile) Basin The Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) H.E. Jafar Bedru has stated that Ethiopias existence and comprehensive prosperity are intertwined with the development of the Red Sea and the Abay (Nile) basin. H.E. Jafar made the remarks while speaking at a high-level discussion held in Semera City the capital of the Afar Regional State on October XX 2025. The conference was organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979766905687724383) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-19T04:29Z 9126 followers, 2429 engagements "#IFA Semera University Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic and Research Cooperation The Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) and Semera University (#SU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (#MoU) on October XX 2025 to enhance collaboration in academic and research activities. The signing took place in Semera City the capital of the Afar Regional State following a high-level discussion organized by the IFA in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera University under the theme The Nexus of the Abay (Nile) and the Red Sea and the Role of the Afar Region. The agreement was" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979848837637247189) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-19T09:55Z 9127 followers, 2578 engagements "In light of Egypts recent statements Ethiopia reiterates that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (##GERD) stands as a testament to regional collaboration and sustainable development. #Ethiopia remains committed to working alongside Egypt and Sudan to realize the Niles potential for mutual benefit and shared prosperity. #GERD #NileDiplomacy #SustainableDevelopment" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1981278534967460316) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-23T08:36Z 9124 followers, XXX engagements "#Ethiopia Secures World Bank Investor Dialogue at IMF-World Bank Meetings Ethiopia's Finance Minister H.E. Ahmed Shide and National Bank of Ethiopia (#NBE) Governor H.E. Eyob Tekalign (PhD) held high-level meetings in Washington D.C. during the IMFWorld Bank Annual Meetings to secure and strengthen international support for the countrys economic reform agenda. H.E. Minister Ahmed Shide held discussions with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga accompanied by senior officials including Governor Eyob Tekalign. He commended the Banks strong partnership noting its $XX billion portfolio in" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1978722186840948960) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-16T07:18Z 9125 followers, 6516 engagements "U.S. Shifts Tone in #GERD Nile Dispute Between #Egypt and #Ethiopia The United States has signaled a notable shift in its stance on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) dispute adopting a more technical and balanced approach toward Ethiopia and Egypt. U.S. President Donald Trumps Senior Adviser for African Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs Massad Boulos told Al Arabiya Arabic that the GERD issue must be resolved through technical means not political pressure marking a clear departure from Washingtons earlier position which leaned heavily toward Cairo. We are working to find a solution" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979208154777804978) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-17T15:29Z 9127 followers, 27.3K engagements "#Ethiopia's Prosperity Tied to Red Sea and Nile Basin Ethiopias existence and comprehensive prosperity are inseparable from the development of the Red Sea and the Abay (Nile) basin the Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) H.E. Jafar Bedru has said. Speaking at a high-level discussion held in Semera City the capital of the Afar Regional State on October XX 2025 Jafar made the remarks during a conference organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera University under the theme The Nexus of the" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1979612366095434104) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-18T18:15Z 9127 followers, 4641 engagements "#Ethiopias existence and prosperity are deeply tied to the development of the Red Sea and the Abay (Nile) basin as underscored by H.E. Jafar Bedru Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) and Commodore Tegegn Leta Deputy Commander of the Ethiopian Navy for Combat Support Service during a high-level discussion held in Semera City Afar Regional State on October XX 2025. The conference organized by @ifa_ethiopia in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera University focused on The Nexus of the Abay (Nile) and the Red Sea and the Role of the Afar Region. H.E." [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980172929347228068) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-20T07:23Z 9127 followers, 7048 engagements "#IFA Launches 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction Our collective efforts reflect a shared commitment to peace dialogue and institution-building across Africa. H.E. Jafar Bedru Executive Director of @ifa_ethiopia The Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in partnership with Romanias Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Romanian Agency for International Development (RoAid) launched the 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction today at IFAs Addis Ababa center. The five-day event runs from October XX to XX. The" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980226491540549838) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-20T10:56Z 9127 followers, 1985 engagements "#Ethiopia Strengthens Historic Ties with #Russia in Moscow Talks Eyes WTO Accession and Nuclear Energy Cooperation Ethiopias Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) arrived in Moscow on October XX 2025 for an official visit. H.E. Minister Gedion held extensive talks with Maksim Reshetnikov Gennadievich Russias Minister of Economic Development and co-chair of the EthiopianRussian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Scientific and Technical Cooperation and Trade. The discussions centered on further strengthening the multifaceted and longstanding cooperation between the two" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980525481972617522) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-21T06:44Z 9127 followers, 4042 engagements "#Ethiopia Eyes Regional Energy Leadership Through Nuclear Deal With Russia H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia announced that the new nuclear power plant agreement with Moscow marks a major step toward making Ethiopia a leading energy exporter in Africa. The statement came during a joint press conference with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He highlighted that the project will introduce advanced nuclear technology to Sub-Saharan Africa strengthening Ethiopias role as a regional energy hub. It will also complement the electricity exports powered by the" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980621697465155977) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-21T13:06Z 9128 followers, 4346 engagements "The Red Sea Council (#RSC) in 2018 reshaped regional geopolitics but unfairly excluded Ethiopia the Horn of Africas most populous and influential state. This exclusion weakens Ethiopias ability to engage in maritime governance despite its vital security and economic interests. Mohammed Seid (PhD) a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) argues in his article that the Red Sea Council (RSC)led by Saudi Arabia and including Egypt Jordan Djibouti Somalia Sudan Yemen and Eritreaaims to address piracy terrorism and irregular migration. However Ethiopias absence calls into" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980634238215983294) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-21T13:56Z 9128 followers, 4335 engagements "- Delegates from Romanias Ministry of Foreign Affairs the Romanian Agency for International Development (RoAid) and several African countries visited the Adwa Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa Ethiopia on October XX 2025. The delegates are participants of the 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction jointly organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) Romanias Ministry of Foreign Affairs and RoAid. The program which runs from October XX to XX at IFAs Addis Ababa Center focuses on sharing knowledge and best practices in post-conflict peacebuilding and" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980913008969736654) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-22T08:23Z 9128 followers, 1230 engagements "The Pulse of Africa (#POA) initiative launched by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is envisioned as a digital media platform aimed at re-reading and reshaping Africas narratives in the age of post-truth public diplomacy. It seeks to counter propaganda and disinformation address the imbalance in global information flow about Africa and create strategic narratives and humor that promote Africas image and diplomatic engagement. Debela Fituma a researcher at the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) critically examines the relevance of POA through the lens of post-truth theorya context where emotions and" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1980996582729224196) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-22T13:56Z 9127 followers, 1805 engagements "In light of Egypts recent statements alleging Ethiopia's move regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as reckless Getahun the author of this commentary argues that Ethiopia reiterates that the GERD is a testament to regional collaboration and sustainable development. According to the commentary Ethiopia remains committed to working alongside Egypt and Sudan to realize the Niles potential for mutual benefit and shared prosperity. #GERD #NileDiplomacy #SustainableDevelopment" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1981340052610228540) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-23T12:40Z 9127 followers, 2222 engagements "#Ethiopias Future: Thriving with the Red Sea and Nile Basin Connections Ethiopias future remains closely tied to its access to vital water resourcesmost notably the Red Sea and the Nile Basin. This strategic linkage was the central focus of a recent conference co-hosted by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) the Defense War College and Samara University in Samara under the theme The Two Water Systems and Ethiopias Strategic Autonomy: Exploring the NileRed Sea Nexus and the Afar Regions Strategic Role. At the event Jafar Bediru Executive Director of @ifa_ethiopia underscored" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1981388665361150022) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-23T15:54Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements "- - Various high-level officials including H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and H.E. Ambassador Hadera Abera State Minister for Foreign Affairs along with other dignitaries and experts have arrived in Bahir Dar to attend the 11th @TanaForum scheduled to take place from October 2426 2025. Upon arrival the delegation was warmly received by Arega Kebede President of the Amhara Regional State. This years Forum will be held in Bahir Dar and Addis Ababa under the theme: Africa in an Evolving Global Order. The Forum will explore peace agency and African-led" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1981575643197239417) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-24T04:17Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements "# : Ethiopia continues to advance its vision of energy independence industrial growth and strong diplomacy. With the start of natural gas production new fertilizer complexes and the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD) the nation is solidifying its role as a symbol of progress and resilience in Africa. In a discussion with H.E. Ambassador Tibor Nagy former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Africa and former Ambassador to Ethiopia and Guinea Ethiopias achievements and their global impact were highlighted. Ambassador Tibor expressed admiration for Ethiopias unity and" [X Link](https://x.com/ifa_ethiopia/status/1981609430165713297) [@ifa_ethiopia](/creator/x/ifa_ethiopia) 2025-10-24T06:31Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements
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@ifa_ethiopia Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA
Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA posts on X about ethiopia, ahmed, egypt, finance the most. They currently have XXXXX followers and XX posts still getting attention that total XXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.
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- X Month XXXXXXX +73%
- X Months XXXXXXX +266%
- X Year XXXXXXX +1,299%
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- X Week XX +28%
- X Month XX -XX%
- X Months XXX +95%
- X Year XXX +654%
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- X Month XXXXX +7.10%
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- X Year XXXXX +55%
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Social category influence countries XX% travel destinations X% finance XXX%
Social topic influence ethiopia #201, ahmed 7.5%, egypt #330, finance 5%, sudan #117, moscow #553, russia #2871, house of 2.5%, prime minister #1263, defence XXX%
Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @ifaethiopia @ebereket_87 @el_nazor @qsseenn20235827 @ethconpuntland @ladhka @mfaethiopia @ebc @mofethiopia @nbethiopia @ena @ethiopian @ethiopia @tanaforum @maeromania @smehary @abojia @habtishgreat @zerihunjimma @temesgenteshal2
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"Ethiopia continues to strengthen its position as a leading advocate for peace stability and reconstruction across Africa. The opening of the 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction in Addis Ababa highlighted the countrys growing influence in shaping dialogue on conflict recovery and sustainable development. Organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania in partnership with Ethiopias Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) the program reflects a shared understanding that building lasting peace requires cooperation between local regional and global"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-23T13:07Z 9128 followers, 1184 engagements
"#Ethiopias House of Peoples Representatives and House of Federation have convened their joint session marking the fifth year of the 6th #HoPR and the beginning of the 2018 Ethiopian fiscal year. Held in the presence of H.E. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed alongside lawmakers diplomats and representatives of key national institutions the session sets the stage for defining the countrys legislative and development agenda. #Ethiopia #IFA #Governance #ParliamentarySession"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-06T12:15Z 9127 followers, 2589 engagements
": " - " 📍: Samara Afar 📅: October XX 2025 Explore the connections between the Nile Red Sea and the strategic role of the Afar Region. Organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with FDRE Defence War College and Samara University. #Ethiopia #WaterNexus #StrategicAutonomy"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-12T07:45Z 9115 followers, 3971 engagements
"High-Level Ethiopian Delegation Led by Finance Minister Ahmed Shide Arrives in Washington D.C. A high-level Ethiopian delegation led by H.E. Ahmed Shide Minister of Finance has arrived in Washington D.C. to attend the 2025 Annual Meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) taking place from October XX onward. The delegation is expected to hold a series of discussions with representatives from the two global financial institutions as well as with various multilateral organizations and development partners. The Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia H.E. Dr. Eyob"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-13T08:15Z 9120 followers, 9904 engagements
"IFA and French Ambassador Meet to Boost Collaboration H.E. Mohammedrafie Abaraya Deputy Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) hosted H.E. Alexis Lamek the Ambassador of France to Ethiopia for discussions on Monday October X 2025 aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The meeting centered on strengthening the French language program and promoting joint research and high-level dialogue. Both sides explored potential partnerships with the French Diplomatic Academy and increased engagement with the French Development Agency and the French Center for Ethiopian"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-14T13:58Z 9125 followers, 1728 engagements
": " - " 📍: Samara Afar October XX 2025 Explore the connections between the Nile Red Sea and the strategic role of the Afar Region. Organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with FDRE Defence War College and Samara University. #Ethiopia #WaterNexus #StrategicAutonomy"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-16T10:41Z 9125 followers, 3021 engagements
"FM Gedion Meets #UN Security Council Members in Addis Ababa Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) held talks with members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) visiting Addis Ababa for the Annual Informal Joint Seminar with the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC). The discussions covered regional and global peace and security issues with Minister Gedion emphasizing Ethiopias strong support for the UNSCs role in maintaining international peace. Council members commended Ethiopias longstanding contributions to peace and stability in Africa and beyond."
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-18T01:54Z 9120 followers, 5243 engagements
"Lt. Halefom Melese Former Naval Force Association Chairperson remembered his comrades resilient struggle to maintain Ethiopia's sovereign presence on the Red Sea in 1991. We were once a coastal nation - lost it through internal divisions & external encroachment he stressed"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-18T07:11Z 9124 followers, 3968 engagements
""It is impossible to ensure Ethiopia's Sustainable Development without having an access to the Sea." Hon. Dr Fetih Mahdi Deputy Chair of HoPR Foreign Relations and Peace Affairs Standing Committee"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-18T07:55Z 9127 followers, XXX engagements
"#HappeningNow: TTWS Forum "Securing a sovereign access to the sea helps us to effectively attain SDGs." Hon. Dr Fetih Mahdi Deputy Chair Person HoPR Foreign Relations and Peace Affairs Standing Committee"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-18T07:58Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements
"IFA: #Ethiopias Existence Intertwined with the Red Sea and Abay (Nile) Basin The Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) H.E. Jafar Bedru has stated that Ethiopias existence and comprehensive prosperity are intertwined with the development of the Red Sea and the Abay (Nile) basin. H.E. Jafar made the remarks while speaking at a high-level discussion held in Semera City the capital of the Afar Regional State on October XX 2025. The conference was organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-19T04:29Z 9126 followers, 2429 engagements
"#IFA Semera University Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic and Research Cooperation The Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) and Semera University (#SU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (#MoU) on October XX 2025 to enhance collaboration in academic and research activities. The signing took place in Semera City the capital of the Afar Regional State following a high-level discussion organized by the IFA in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera University under the theme The Nexus of the Abay (Nile) and the Red Sea and the Role of the Afar Region. The agreement was"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-19T09:55Z 9127 followers, 2578 engagements
"In light of Egypts recent statements Ethiopia reiterates that the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (##GERD) stands as a testament to regional collaboration and sustainable development. #Ethiopia remains committed to working alongside Egypt and Sudan to realize the Niles potential for mutual benefit and shared prosperity. #GERD #NileDiplomacy #SustainableDevelopment"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-23T08:36Z 9124 followers, XXX engagements
"#Ethiopia Secures World Bank Investor Dialogue at IMF-World Bank Meetings Ethiopia's Finance Minister H.E. Ahmed Shide and National Bank of Ethiopia (#NBE) Governor H.E. Eyob Tekalign (PhD) held high-level meetings in Washington D.C. during the IMFWorld Bank Annual Meetings to secure and strengthen international support for the countrys economic reform agenda. H.E. Minister Ahmed Shide held discussions with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga accompanied by senior officials including Governor Eyob Tekalign. He commended the Banks strong partnership noting its $XX billion portfolio in"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-16T07:18Z 9125 followers, 6516 engagements
"U.S. Shifts Tone in #GERD Nile Dispute Between #Egypt and #Ethiopia The United States has signaled a notable shift in its stance on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) dispute adopting a more technical and balanced approach toward Ethiopia and Egypt. U.S. President Donald Trumps Senior Adviser for African Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs Massad Boulos told Al Arabiya Arabic that the GERD issue must be resolved through technical means not political pressure marking a clear departure from Washingtons earlier position which leaned heavily toward Cairo. We are working to find a solution"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-17T15:29Z 9127 followers, 27.3K engagements
"#Ethiopia's Prosperity Tied to Red Sea and Nile Basin Ethiopias existence and comprehensive prosperity are inseparable from the development of the Red Sea and the Abay (Nile) basin the Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) H.E. Jafar Bedru has said. Speaking at a high-level discussion held in Semera City the capital of the Afar Regional State on October XX 2025 Jafar made the remarks during a conference organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera University under the theme The Nexus of the"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-18T18:15Z 9127 followers, 4641 engagements
"#Ethiopias existence and prosperity are deeply tied to the development of the Red Sea and the Abay (Nile) basin as underscored by H.E. Jafar Bedru Executive Director of the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) and Commodore Tegegn Leta Deputy Commander of the Ethiopian Navy for Combat Support Service during a high-level discussion held in Semera City Afar Regional State on October XX 2025. The conference organized by @ifa_ethiopia in collaboration with the FDRE Defence War College and Semera University focused on The Nexus of the Abay (Nile) and the Red Sea and the Role of the Afar Region. H.E."
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-20T07:23Z 9127 followers, 7048 engagements
"#IFA Launches 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction Our collective efforts reflect a shared commitment to peace dialogue and institution-building across Africa. H.E. Jafar Bedru Executive Director of @ifa_ethiopia The Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) in partnership with Romanias Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Romanian Agency for International Development (RoAid) launched the 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction today at IFAs Addis Ababa center. The five-day event runs from October XX to XX. The"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-20T10:56Z 9127 followers, 1985 engagements
"#Ethiopia Strengthens Historic Ties with #Russia in Moscow Talks Eyes WTO Accession and Nuclear Energy Cooperation Ethiopias Minister of Foreign Affairs H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) arrived in Moscow on October XX 2025 for an official visit. H.E. Minister Gedion held extensive talks with Maksim Reshetnikov Gennadievich Russias Minister of Economic Development and co-chair of the EthiopianRussian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Scientific and Technical Cooperation and Trade. The discussions centered on further strengthening the multifaceted and longstanding cooperation between the two"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-21T06:44Z 9127 followers, 4042 engagements
"#Ethiopia Eyes Regional Energy Leadership Through Nuclear Deal With Russia H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia announced that the new nuclear power plant agreement with Moscow marks a major step toward making Ethiopia a leading energy exporter in Africa. The statement came during a joint press conference with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He highlighted that the project will introduce advanced nuclear technology to Sub-Saharan Africa strengthening Ethiopias role as a regional energy hub. It will also complement the electricity exports powered by the"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-21T13:06Z 9128 followers, 4346 engagements
"The Red Sea Council (#RSC) in 2018 reshaped regional geopolitics but unfairly excluded Ethiopia the Horn of Africas most populous and influential state. This exclusion weakens Ethiopias ability to engage in maritime governance despite its vital security and economic interests. Mohammed Seid (PhD) a Senior Researcher at the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) argues in his article that the Red Sea Council (RSC)led by Saudi Arabia and including Egypt Jordan Djibouti Somalia Sudan Yemen and Eritreaaims to address piracy terrorism and irregular migration. However Ethiopias absence calls into"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-21T13:56Z 9128 followers, 4335 engagements
"- Delegates from Romanias Ministry of Foreign Affairs the Romanian Agency for International Development (RoAid) and several African countries visited the Adwa Memorial Museum in Addis Ababa Ethiopia on October XX 2025. The delegates are participants of the 17th International Training on Post-Conflict Stabilization and Reconstruction jointly organized by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) Romanias Ministry of Foreign Affairs and RoAid. The program which runs from October XX to XX at IFAs Addis Ababa Center focuses on sharing knowledge and best practices in post-conflict peacebuilding and"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-22T08:23Z 9128 followers, 1230 engagements
"The Pulse of Africa (#POA) initiative launched by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is envisioned as a digital media platform aimed at re-reading and reshaping Africas narratives in the age of post-truth public diplomacy. It seeks to counter propaganda and disinformation address the imbalance in global information flow about Africa and create strategic narratives and humor that promote Africas image and diplomatic engagement. Debela Fituma a researcher at the Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) critically examines the relevance of POA through the lens of post-truth theorya context where emotions and"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-22T13:56Z 9127 followers, 1805 engagements
"In light of Egypts recent statements alleging Ethiopia's move regarding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as reckless Getahun the author of this commentary argues that Ethiopia reiterates that the GERD is a testament to regional collaboration and sustainable development. According to the commentary Ethiopia remains committed to working alongside Egypt and Sudan to realize the Niles potential for mutual benefit and shared prosperity. #GERD #NileDiplomacy #SustainableDevelopment"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-23T12:40Z 9127 followers, 2222 engagements
"#Ethiopias Future: Thriving with the Red Sea and Nile Basin Connections Ethiopias future remains closely tied to its access to vital water resourcesmost notably the Red Sea and the Nile Basin. This strategic linkage was the central focus of a recent conference co-hosted by the Institute of Foreign Affairs (@ifa_ethiopia) the Defense War College and Samara University in Samara under the theme The Two Water Systems and Ethiopias Strategic Autonomy: Exploring the NileRed Sea Nexus and the Afar Regions Strategic Role. At the event Jafar Bediru Executive Director of @ifa_ethiopia underscored"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-23T15:54Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements
"- - Various high-level officials including H.E. Gedion Timothewos (PhD) Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and H.E. Ambassador Hadera Abera State Minister for Foreign Affairs along with other dignitaries and experts have arrived in Bahir Dar to attend the 11th @TanaForum scheduled to take place from October 2426 2025. Upon arrival the delegation was warmly received by Arega Kebede President of the Amhara Regional State. This years Forum will be held in Bahir Dar and Addis Ababa under the theme: Africa in an Evolving Global Order. The Forum will explore peace agency and African-led"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-24T04:17Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements
"# : Ethiopia continues to advance its vision of energy independence industrial growth and strong diplomacy. With the start of natural gas production new fertilizer complexes and the completion of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (#GERD) the nation is solidifying its role as a symbol of progress and resilience in Africa. In a discussion with H.E. Ambassador Tibor Nagy former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Africa and former Ambassador to Ethiopia and Guinea Ethiopias achievements and their global impact were highlighted. Ambassador Tibor expressed admiration for Ethiopias unity and"
X Link @ifa_ethiopia 2025-10-24T06:31Z 9128 followers, XXX engagements