India-Ethiopia Ties Elevated to Strategic Partnership

On 17th December 2025, India and Ethiopia elevated their bilateral relations to the level of a Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ethiopia, marking a new phase of cooperation between the two countries.

Key Points

Strategic Upgrade: India and Ethiopia formally elevated their bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, reflecting growing political trust and long-term cooperation between the two Global South partners.
Multiple Agreements Signed: During the visit, the two sides signed eight Memoranda of Understanding and agreements covering a wide range of sectors.
Ethiopian Government’s View: The Ethiopian government stated that PM Modi’s visit marks the beginning of a new and deeper phase of cooperation between India and Ethiopia.
Expanded Indian Support: India has been supporting Ethiopia across multiple sectors, and expectations are high that this support will increase significantly following the visit and new agreements.
Future Outlook: Both nations expect bilateral relations to scale new heights through enhanced cooperation in economic, social and developmental sectors.