Strong Ties in Ethio-India Educational Cooperation Crucial, Says Education State Minister

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Strong Ties in Ethio-India Educational Cooperation Crucial, Says Education State Minister
Strong Ties in Ethio-India Educational Cooperation Crucial, Says Education State Minister

Africa-Press – Ethiopia. The historic relation of Ethiopia and India is thriving in multifaceted spheres as the strong ties in the education sector remain crucial, Education State Minister Kora Tushune said.

The long-years of educational cooperation between the two countries and the contribution of Indian teachers in the development of Ethiopian education was commemorated at the Indian Embassy in Ethiopia today.

The event saw great participation from Ethiopian Government, Educational Institutions and from the Indian Professors/ Teachers and those who have been benefited by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and ITEC Scholarships, apart from subject experts and friends from Media.

Speaking on the occasion, Education State Minister Kora Tushune said India and Ethiopia have one of the oldest diplomatic relations in the world.

Citing the rapidly growing trade and investment between the countries, he affirmed the ongoing multifaceted cooperation and friendly relations of the two countries are expected to further thrive and expand in the future.

According to him, the cooperation in areas of education remains crucial in the history of modern education in Ethiopia.

The pivotal role that Indian teachers played in the unprecedented expansion of Ethiopian higher education since the 1990s will never be forgotten by the Ministry of Education, the government, and people of Ethiopia, he elaborated.

The rapid growth in the number of universities, programs and enrollment and graduates was an impressive achievement that would have been unthinkable without the support of the Indian government.

“Today, as we celebrate the long-years of educational cooperation between the two countries and commemorate the contribution of Indian teachers in the development of Ethiopian education, we should think beyond what we have achieved and be mindful of the emerging issues and demands that need our continued collaboration.”

For the state minister, Ethiopian education in general and higher education in particular is facing numerous challenges that need the reinforcement of Indian cooperation and partnership in the sector.

India presents an appropriate context and opportunity for Ethiopia and Africa in several areas of development endeavors, Kora said, adding that the country has rich experience and technologies that can be used to enhance quality of education.

Indian Ambassador to Ethiopia Anil Kumar Rai stated that quality education, skill development and youth empowerment are the key features to realize Ethiopia’s ambitious homegrown economic agenda.

As human capital is the biggest asset for Ethiopia like India, leveraging this human capital is important, the ambassador said, adding that sharing India’s successful experience is also instrumental.

The diplomatic relation between India and Ethiopia was established in 1948, after the independence of India.

Over the years, the deep-rooted connection has grown to include significant cooperation on multilateral initiatives, education and capacity building, investment, and trade, among others.

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