Ethiopian PM Calls for Dignity-Based Africa-Europe Ties
Addressing assembled leaders in the Ethiopian capital, Abiy declared: "Together, we can shape a new Africa-Europe relationship, not based on dependency, but dignity; not on extraction, but shared prosperity,"
Summit co-host Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni outlined Rome's investment-focused approach to the continent, stating that Italy's cooperation with Africa is "based on mutual benefit, will continue to strengthen," while emphasizing the "Mattei Plan" aims to provide "concrete benefits for African populations."
The Italian-led initiative, unveiled following Rome's inaugural Africa summit in 2024, prioritizes investment partnerships spanning energy infrastructure, agricultural development, and workforce training programs. Italian officials characterize the strategy as addressing irregular migration through economic opportunity rather than conventional assistance frameworks.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres reinforced calls for systemic change during his remarks, insisting cooperation "must be built on mutual respect and trust," He demanded urgent global financial architecture reforms to bridge a staggering $4 trillion yearly development financing shortfall while alleviating crushing debt burdens confronting African nations.
The high-level gathering drew senior African Union representatives alongside European and African heads of state, with discussions centered on renewable energy transitions, climate crisis responses, digital economy expansion, and industrial sector advancement.
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