RAWALPINDI, October 27, 2026: Ethiopian Ambassador to Pakistan Dr. Oumer H. Oba has invited Rawalpindi’s business community to explore trade and investment opportunities in Ethiopia, particularly in agriculture, manufacturing, mining, information technology and tourism.
The ambassador extended the invitation during an interactive session at the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) on Tuesday, where he discussed prospects for expanding bilateral trade, investment and business cooperation between Pakistan and Ethiopia.
Upon arrival, Ambassador Oba was welcomed by RCCI President Nosherwan Khalil Khan, Senior Vice President Waseem Aslam, Vice President Ikram ur Rehman Abbasi and members of the chamber’s executive committee.
The Ethiopian envoy congratulated the newly elected RCCI office-bearers and expressed hope that their leadership would contribute to strengthening commercial relations between the two countries.
Addressing business representatives, Ambassador Oba described Ethiopia as one of Africa’s rapidly growing economies and an important gateway to regional markets.
He highlighted the country’s strategic position as the headquarters of the African Union and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, underscoring its significance as a centre for regional diplomacy and economic cooperation.
The ambassador said Ethiopia’s homegrown economic reforms had created new opportunities for foreign investors by opening several sectors to foreign direct investment.
He identified industrial parks, affordable and sustainable electricity, regional economic integration and international air connectivity through Ethiopian Airlines as major advantages for businesses seeking to establish operations in Ethiopia.
Ambassador Oba also shared details of a proposed business delegation to Ethiopia being organised by the Ethiopian Embassy in Islamabad.
He encouraged RCCI members to participate in the delegation and explore opportunities in agriculture, agro-processing, manufacturing, mining, information and communication technology (ICT) and tourism.
The initiative is aimed at facilitating direct engagement between Pakistani entrepreneurs and Ethiopian businesses while identifying potential areas for investment and commercial partnerships.
Speaking on the occasion, RCCI President Nosherwan Khalil Khan briefed the ambassador on the chamber’s activities and the major industries represented by Rawalpindi’s business community.
He highlighted opportunities for bilateral cooperation in pharmaceuticals, surgical instruments, textiles and agriculture, urging the Ethiopian Embassy to facilitate stronger business-to-business connections.
Khan expressed interest in exploring Ethiopia’s emerging investment opportunities and strengthening trade relations between the two countries.
He assured the ambassador of RCCI’s support for initiatives aimed at promoting bilateral commerce, investment partnerships and greater engagement between the business communities of Pakistan and Ethiopia.
Both sides emphasised the importance of sustained interaction and business delegations to identify commercially viable opportunities and expand economic cooperation.