The Ethiopian Embassy in Beijing hosted the Ethiopian Livestock Value Chains Experience Sharing and Business Dialogue Forum today.
The forum aimed to bolster bilateral cooperation and investment in Ethiopia’s thriving livestock sector, according to the Ethiopian Embassy in Beijing.
Ambassador Tefera Derbew in his keynote speech highlighted the sector’s important role in Ethiopia’s national economy and its vast growth potential.
He emphasized the government’s strategic initiatives to modernize the livestock value chain, enhance productivity, and ensure sustainability.
Senior Advisor, Office of the State Minister for Livestock and Fisheries in the Resources Development Sector of the Ministry of Agriculture, Alemayehu Mekonnen provided a detailed narration of these initiatives.
UNIDO Representative of the Regional Office in China, Kargbo Stephen also shared his experiences during his time in Ethiopia and China.
In conclusion, Ambassador Tefera invited and encouraged Chinese livestock-product importers to consider Ethiopia for quality organic livestock products.
He also urged Chinese Investors to invest in Ethiopia, exploit the huge market access in and around Ethiopia for livestock products, and utilize the incentives available for Investors.
Source: ENA
