{"id":2755,"date":"2026-03-03T17:54:14","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T17:54:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gcs.gov.et\/en\/?p=2755"},"modified":"2026-03-03T17:54:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T17:54:15","slug":"february-2026-marks-defining-economic-political-milestone-as-ethiopia-accelerates-national-transformation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gcs.gov.et\/en\/2026\/03\/03\/february-2026-marks-defining-economic-political-milestone-as-ethiopia-accelerates-national-transformation\/","title":{"rendered":"February 2026 Marks Defining Economic, Political Milestone as Ethiopia Accelerates National Transformation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

February 2026 was defined by economic and political milestone in which pioneer digital services, extensive infrastructure and ecotourism development were launched along with strengthened strategic global partnerships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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During the 10th Regular Session of the House of Peoples\u2019 Representatives, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed highlighted Ethiopia\u2019s successful shift toward a diversified, multi-sectoral economy, projecting a 10.2% GDP growth rate by year-end. He reported significant progress in fiscal discipline, noting that the government has not entered into any new commercial loan agreements in US dollars since the reform began, effectively easing the national debt burden. The Prime Minister shared record-breaking six-month results, including $5.1 billion from merchandise exports (120% of the plan), $4.5 billion from service exports, and $4.6 billion in remittances. He further underscored Ethiopia’s technological leap, citing the establishment of Africa’s first AI Institute and the world’s second AI University, alongside a surge in connectivity with 97 million mobile users and 58 million mobile money users. Addressing national peace, he emphasized resolving differences through dialogue, the rights of Wolkait residents to live in peace, and the importance of the Tigrayan people becoming leading actors in the political arena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed continued to drive national modernization through massive infrastructure reviews and launches. He personally observed the second phase of corridor development in Hawassa and reviewed the Nekemte corridor project, which features smart traffic management and underground utility systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To reinforce food security, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed conducted extensive field visits to major agricultural sites. He visited a banana cluster farm in Hawa Gelan Woreda under the “Bounty of the Basket” initiative and inspected the Qeto Irrigation Infrastructure Development Project, which ensures reliable water access for various crops. The Prime Minister also reviewed the nearing completion of the Arjo Didessa Irrigation Project and visited fruit development sites along the Bilate River involving private investors. Additionally, he launched the construction of the Busa Gonofa Integrated Food Industry, a modern facility designed to process 2,000 tons of maize daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Under the Digital Ethiopia 2030 strategy, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed launched the nation\u2019s first unmanned “smart” police service to enhance law enforcement through technology. In the industrial sector, he reviewed the Arjo Coal Processing Factory, which addresses domestic demand and supports the #MadeInEthiopia<\/a> movement in increasing industrial capacity to 66.3%. The Prime Minister also visited the Tulu Kapi Gold Development Project in West Wollega, a public-private partnership aimed at harnessing natural resources for national economic growth and local community upliftment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Expanding the “Dine for Generations” portfolio, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed officially inaugurated the world-class Logo Hayk Resort in Wollo, designed to stimulate local economic transformation and showcase Ethiopia\u2019s heritage. He also inspected the rapid progress of the Sorga Eco Lodge near Nekemte, a 14-hectare project focused on environmental conservation and sustainable tourism. Furthermore, the Prime Minister visited the Rural Corridors Program in Mede Jalela, where modern solar power and biogas systems are improving rural living standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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On the diplomatic front, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed hosted high-level visits from Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during the 2nd Italy-Africa Summit, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdo\u011fan, and Israeli President Isaac Herzog to discuss on range of issues including but not limited to trade, investment, and regional issues. During an official visit to Azerbaijan, the Prime Minister met with President Ilham Aliyev to sign a Defense Cooperation Agreement and several MOUs covering Digital Transformation, investment, and anti-corruption. He also participated in multiple bilateral meetings with African Heads of State and Government during the 39th AU Summit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Prime Minister attended the 65th-anniversary celebration of the Defense Forces Special Operations Command, where he observed modern airborne and water-borne tactical demonstrations. He commended the command\u2019s reorganization into a modern structure capable of addressing contemporary security challenges. Additionally, the Prime Minister presided over Prosperity Party council meetings to deliberate on strategic priorities and reaffirmed the government’s efforts to ensure the upcoming election is peaceful and fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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