The World Ambassador
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Islamabad, Pakistan – The Embassy of Ethiopia in Islamabad and the United Nations Pakistan have joined forces to promote global engagement for the upcoming 2nd United Nations Food Systems Summit Stocktake, set to take place from July 27–29, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The collaboration was reaffirmed during a high-level meeting between H.E. Dr. Jemal Beker Abdula, Ethiopia’s Special Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary to Pakistan, and H.E. Mr. Mohamed Yahya, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Pakistan.
Both sides emphasized the importance of active Pakistani participation in the Summit, co-hosted by Ethiopia and Italy, as a platform for global dialogue on transforming food systems, improving food security, and fostering climate resilience.
Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker briefed the UN Resident Coordinator on Ethiopia’s extensive preparations, highlighting visionary initiatives led by Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed, including the Green Legacy Initiative, Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, and the Bounty of Basket Program. He noted that these efforts reflect Ethiopia’s strong commitment to climate adaptation, green development, and agricultural self-reliance.
“The Summit presents a unique opportunity to strengthen bilateral ties and multilateral collaboration between Ethiopia and Pakistan,” the Ambassador stated.
Mr. Mohamed Yahya praised Ethiopia’s leadership in climate and food system reforms and expressed the UN’s full support to mobilize participation and ensure the success of the global summit. He lauded Ethiopia’s role as a champion of multilateralism and host of international initiatives that address critical global challenges.
