The Ethiopian Embassy in Ankara and the Ethiopian Community and Solidarity Association (ETODAD) in Türkiye co-hosted the second Ethiopian Day celebration in Istanbul yesterday.
Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Türkiye, Adem Mohamed Mahmud, honorary consuls, representatives of civil society organizations and community members attended the event, which showcased Ethiopia’s history, traditions, cuisine, dance performances and poetry recitals.
ETODAD President Ibrahim Abdella said that the event aimed not only to showcase Ethiopia’s cultural diversity but also to strengthen solidarity among the Ethiopian diaspora.
Noting that the diaspora plays a significant role in Ethiopia’s development, Abdella said, "As Ethiopians living in Türkiye, we too must represent our country in the best possible way and contribute to strengthening the friendship between the peoples of the two countries."
Ambassador Mahmud highlighted the long-standing relations between Ethiopia and Türkiye. Pointing out Türkiye’s efforts to secure peace in the Horn of Africa, he emphasized the importance of the Ankara Declaration.
