Ethiopian Radio reported on the 25th that Ethiopian Finance Minister Ahmed Sid held talks with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) of the World Bank Group during the 2025 World Bank International Monetary Fund Spring Meeting. The Minister of Finance introduced the implementation of domestic macroeconomic reforms to the attending officials. He stated that the government is committed to further increasing efforts to promote private sector investment, including in transportation, agricultural enterprise financing, and energy sectors. IFC Managing Director Marktar Diop expressed appreciation for Ethiopia's efforts to create a favorable investment environment. Both parties agree to closely cooperate at the senior and technical levels, strengthen collaboration, jointly carry out investment projects, and promote key investment opportunities.
