PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Ethiopian Prime Minister
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali to discuss strengthening bilateral ties in economics, defense, and security. The meeting occurred alongside broader diplomatic engagements at the BRICS summit.
Why it matters
This reflects India's strategic efforts to deepen partnerships within the Global South and expand its diplomatic influence in Africa.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed Ali held discussions aimed at further strengthening the bilateral Strategic Partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday (September 12, 2026) following the conclusion of the bilateral meeting between the two leaders.
“They reviewed progress across key sectors, including economic cooperation, defence and security partnership, and capacity building. The meeting built on Prime Minister Modi’s historic visit to Addis Ababa in December 2025,” the statement added.
It further said that the two leaders also exchanged perspectives on regional and international developments of mutual interest and reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation in multilateral fora.
“Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for Ethiopia’s participation in the 18th BRICS Summit and noted that its presence helped in reinforcing the collective voice of the Global South,” the statement said.
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