Ethiopian Deputy Prime Minister Demeke Mekonnen Resigns: A Closer Look at a Political Journey

Ethiopia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Demeke Mekonnen, who also held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs since November 2020, is stepping down from both roles, according to information shared by Ethiopia News Agency. Demeke, the third vice president of the ruling Prosperity Party representing the Amhara faction, has been relieved of his duties, effective today.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrives in Addis Ababa

The Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, H.E. Sergey Lavrov, arrived today (July 26) in Addis Ababa for a working visit to Ethiopia. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, H.E. Demeke Mekonnen and other high-level government officials welcomed the Russian Foreign Minister upon his arrival at Bole International Airport. During his stay in Ethiopia, Lavrov