Ethiopian Ambassador Visits Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce to Strengthen Bilateral Trade & Investment Ties
The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI) hosted H.E. Dr. Oumer Hussein Oba, Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to Pakistan, during his official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and economic development.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The high-level meeting brought together leaders from the business and veterinary pharmaceutical sectors to explore opportunities for enhanced collaboration between Pakistan and Ethiopia. Discussions focused on expanding trade, investment facilitation, institutional linkages, and long-term partnerships.
Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Dr. Oumer Hussein Oba highlighted Ethiopia’s rapid economic growth and the wide range of investment opportunities available in key sectors including agriculture, agro-processing, livestock, manufacturing, mining, tourism, and ICT. He also invited Pakistani businesses to participate in the upcoming “Invest in Ethiopia Forum” scheduled for March 26–27, 2026, in Addis Ababa.
RCCI President Mr. Usman Shaukat emphasized the importance of people-to-people connectivity as a foundation for economic diplomacy and appreciated the growing engagement between Pakistan and Ethiopia.
Veterinary Sector Collaboration & Strategic Outlook
Dr. Khalid Naeem Khawaja, representing the Pakistan Veterinary Pharmaceutical sector, delivered a comprehensive presentation highlighting the vast potential for collaboration in livestock development, veterinary healthcare, and animal health innovation. He emphasized that Africa presents significant opportunities for sustainable livestock growth and regional food security.
He further highlighted the strategic importance of platforms such as the International Veterinary Pharma Expo (IVP), which serve as gateways for international cooperation, technology exchange, and investment across emerging markets.
The discussion underscored the need for structured cooperation, institutional partnerships, and knowledge exchange to unlock long-term growth opportunities in the livestock and agricultural sectors across Africa and South Asia.
Special Note:
On behalf of The Veterinary News & Views and the
Pakistan Veterinary Pharmaceutical Association (PVPA), warm greetings and appreciation are
extended to the Ethiopian delegation and all international partners. We look forward to strengthening
collaboration through upcoming global platforms and shared initiatives.
— The Veterinary News & Views