PM Modi Arrives in Addis Ababa, Gets Warm Welcome

December 16, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, on Tuesday as part of his official diplomatic visit. He was received at the airport by his Ethiopian counterpart, reflecting the strong and friendly ties between the two nations.

The visit is aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation across key sectors.

Warm Diplomatic Reception

Upon arrival, Prime Minister Modi was accorded a warm welcome, underlining the importance Ethiopia places on its partnership with India. Senior Ethiopian officials and members of the Indian delegation were also present at the airport reception.

The ceremonial welcome highlighted the growing diplomatic engagement between India and African nations, particularly Ethiopia, which plays a strategic role in the region.

Focus on Bilateral Cooperation

During the visit, PM Modi is scheduled to hold high-level talks with Ethiopian leadership, focusing on expanding cooperation in areas such as:

Trade and investment
Infrastructure development
Defence and security cooperation
Education, healthcare, and capacity building

India has been a longstanding development partner of Ethiopia, contributing to infrastructure projects, training programmes, and humanitarian assistance.

India–Ethiopia Relations

India and Ethiopia share historical and cultural ties, with cooperation spanning diplomacy, commerce, and people-to-people exchanges. Ethiopia is also home to the African Union headquarters, making the visit significant for India’s broader engagement with Africa.

Officials said the visit would further deepen India’s Africa outreach and reinforce its commitment to supporting Africa’s development priorities.

Broader Significance of the Visit

The visit comes amid India’s renewed focus on Global South partnerships. PM Modi’s engagements in Addis Ababa are expected to enhance India’s strategic presence in Africa and promote mutually beneficial economic and diplomatic cooperation.