Addis Ababa, February 20, 2025 (FMC) – The Ambassador of Ethiopia to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Ambassador Eshete Tilahun, presented his Letters of Credence to His Majesty King Willem Alexander, King of the Netherlands in an elegant royal ceremony on Wednesday (19th Feb).
The official ceremony took place at the Nordeinde Palace in The Hague and was followed by a private conversation with His Majesty, during which bilateral, regional and multilateral matters of common concern and interests were discussed.
The Ambassador presented to His Majesty the King priorities of his mandate and commitment to continue deepening the links that have huge potential for the two countries. On the highlight of His priorities of his tenure the Ambassador stated the need to expand business ties and sought the support of the Royal Family to encourage Investment, Trade and people to people relationship that is tourism, including Economic Mission and visit to Ethiopia.
His Majesty welcomed the Ambassador and expressed the support of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for success of his works and to strengthen the friendly relationships of the two countries.
Ethiopia and the Netherlands have maintained a history of longstanding relations of friendship and cooperation through the several bilateral and multilateral agendas. Highlights on the celebration of centenary of the bilateral trade agreement in 2026 as opportunity to expand cooperation was also presented, as per the Ethiopian Embassy in Brussels.