Addis Ababa: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia and the Institute of Foreign Affairs organized a training program for South Sudanese diplomats.

The 20 diplomats who are departing Juba on 03 June 2024 to attend the training offered by the collaboration of IFA and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia are expected to serve as a vital link in enhancing relations and mutual growth between the two brotherly countries.

During the briefing session which was taken place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of South Sudan, the Undersecretary of the Ministry, Ambassador John Samue highlighted the significance of this training.

The training not only does enhance capacity building but also strengthen the diplomatic relations between the two countries, he said.

In the same vein, Nebil Mahdi, Ethiopian Ambassador to South Sudan congratulated the diplomats and pointed out the unwavering commitment of Ethiopia and its leaders to the people of South Sudan.

Thus, the continuous s
upport being extended in various fields for South Sudan is a demonstration of solidifying the historic relations between our two countries, he said.

In this regard, the Ambassador explained that Ethiopia has been working aggressively to promote economic cooperation with South Sudan through infrastructure development such as roads and electricity, among others.

Finally, the Ambassador advised the diplomats to attend the training actively and to visit Addis Ababa as it is one of the fastest growing city in Africa.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency