Ethiopia and U.S. officials convene business dialogue in Addis Ababa
Ethiopian and U.S. officials met in Addis Ababa on July 23 to discuss market access, commercial diplomacy and operating conditions for American companies in Ethiopia.
Ethiopian and United States officials convened a public-private dialogue in Addis Ababa on July 23, 2026, focused on commercial ties and the operating environment for businesses.
U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Ervin J. Massinga co-chaired the meeting with Ethiopian Investment Commission Commissioner Zeleke Temesgen and Girma Biru, chief macroeconomic adviser to the prime minister. The session was held at the Skylight Hotel.
According to information issued by the U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa and carried by AllAfrica, the talks addressed commercial diplomacy, expanded market access and efforts to provide a level playing field for U.S. companies operating in Ethiopia.
The dialogue brought government and business representatives together around practical questions affecting investment and bilateral trade. No binding agreement or new investment commitment was detailed in the stored source item.
