Ethiopia is working vigorously to improve its transport and logistics services, Demeke Mekonnen, Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister said. Mr. Demeke said this is part of an effort to cement strong global economic relations.
The Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) held a discussion forum on Wednesday, emphasizing the growing need for Ethiopia to adopt national policies regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) as its global influence rises.
The state owned Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Service Enterprise (ESLSE) has announced new marine freight-rate, effective July 1, 2013.
The new rate adjustment includes a 6 per cent discount on 20 feet containers and an 8 per cent decrease on 40 feet containers.
With a vision of placing Ethiopia among the top 100 ‘Doing Business’ ranking countries by 2021, the national committee led by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, comprising key government entities, is conducting a review of the key reforms undertaken over the past few months towards creating a conducive business environment.
Ethiopia has secured over $1.89 billion from exports during the first half of the Ethiopian fiscal year that started July 8, 2021. The amount has shown an increase of $322.5 million, 20.5 percent, compared to the same period last year.
