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born 1956 Ethiopia
Taye Atske Selassie (born 13 January 1956 in Debark, Ethiopia) is an Ethiopian diplomat and politician who is the president of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia since 2024. Prior to his presidency, he served in several political and diplomatic roles, including Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Egypt and permanent Envoy to the United Nations in New York.
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The time is now to work towards Africa's true independence, driven by African agency and guided by the common destiny of our people
The African Union will emerge as a formidable institution and also serve as a strong platform of African citizenry as well as an agent of our collective will.
We cannot afford to remain mere 'premium exporters' of coffee, cassava, cacao or precious minerals.
Africa must exercise caution in its dependence on incentives often linked to others’ strategic interests
Let us also remember that history will judge this moment not by the agreements we sign but by the true progresses we accomplish
Together, let us move forward with determination and purpose, committed to realizing our shared vision for Africa’s agrifood systems
Africa, guided by Agenda 2063, is advancing development as its preferred security policy
The path of violence must yield to the power of diplomacy
Ensuring equitable access to the digital economy is not a luxury but a necessity
No state should be excluded from development opportunities due to geography
We have to know that in view of Africa's rapid population growth, meeting the increasing demand for diverse and high-quality food products will present challenges
We need partners who invest in empowering our human capital, not those who reward our dependence on raw material exports
The spirit, genius, and competence of humanity towards unity, justice, and collective wellbeing will triumph over the current atmosphere of rivalry
The GERD is a great achievement that proves the strength of our spirit yesterday, examines our wisdom and ingenuity today, and shows the beacon of light we will have tomorrow
The impact of urbanization in Africa particularly the growing demand for freshly processed foods and ready-to-eat meals significantly reshapes consumption patterns in urban areas
The full realization of the African Continental Free Trade Area promises to amplify the success of many African countries who are determined to be on track in building a resilient system in food security.
Empowering women and engaging the youth will unlock the full potential of the sector as they are the drivers of innovation and resilience in our food systems
Securing an energy-sufficient-Africa by encouraging member states to implement strong policy frameworks will be imperative
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