Special Representative of the Chinese Government on African Affairs Liu Xianfa Meets with Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos

On November 4, 2026, Special Representative of the Chinese Government on African Affairs Liu Xianfa met with Ethiopian Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, to exchange views on China-Ethiopia relations and the situation in the Horn of Africa, among other issues.

Liu Xianfa stated that President Xi Jinping had put forward four principles on the constructive participation of relevant parties in the resolution of African hotspot issues: upholding Africa’s leadership, safeguarding equity and justice, ceasing hostilities and building peace, and addressing both symptoms and root causes. These principles provide important guidance for achieving lasting peace in the Horn of Africa. China hopes that tensions in the Horn of Africa will ease at an early date and stands ready to work with all parties to play a constructive role in promoting regional peace, stability, development and prosperity.

Gedion Timothewos stated that Ethiopia has always been committed to achieving development and revitalization for itself and neighboring countries through friendly consultations and mutually beneficial cooperation. Ethiopia stands ready to maintain communication with China and work together to promote regional peace and development.