Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. The military attachés of Zimbabwe and Gabon have expressed interest to further enhance their relations with Ethiopia in the field of military as the country has a long time experience in building of an army.
The defense attachés of Zimbabwe and Gabon have stated that they would work to further develop their relations with Ethiopia as the country has a very long history of building an army.
On the occasion of the 116th Army Day, a photo exhibition showcasing the history of the army, its struggle and its current state of capabilities were presented to the public at the National Theater of Ethiopia.
Speaking at the occasion, Military Historical Heritage, Research and Management Directorate representative with the Ministry of Defense, Lieutenant Colonel Agzew Altaye, said that the exhibition is an indication of the heroic deeds, history and integrity of the army up to the present time.
He explained that the exhibition aims at commemorating the sacrifice the army paid for Ethiopia’s sovereignty and the historical heroism it has demonstrated.
The defense attachés of African countries who attended the exhibition said that the exhibition enabled them to have in-depth understanding of the history of the Ethiopian Defense Forces.
Defense Attaché of the Embassy of Zimbabwe in Ethiopia, Brigadier General Ines Ashamu explained that he found the exhibition to have enhanced his understanding of the history of the Ethiopian Defense Forces.
He pointed out that Ethiopia and Zimbabwe have a historical relationship in the sphere of military, he stated, adding that work is being done in this regard to strengthen the relationship between the two countries.
“We are doing a lot and I think there are probably a pending meeting… to continue to build the military cooperation between Ethiopia and Zimbabwe in particular. I think most of these defense attachés are doing equally the same,” he said.
Defense Attaché of Gabon Embassy in Ethiopia, Colonel Aristide Anguilet said that the exhibition has depicted that the Ethiopian Defense Force has made enormous history and achievements in multifaceted undertakings.
The potential of the Ethiopian Defense Force capability is an example for African countries and explained that activities will be carried out to increase the ties between Gabon and Ethiopia in the military sector, he pointed out.
“I am work for the cooperation with Ethiopian army, how we can work together, because for us Ethiopian army is the good and great example. We want to follow how we can progress like Ethiopian army,” he added.
The 116th Ethiopian National Army Day will be colorfully celebrated on October 26, 2023.
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