Taye Atske Selassie

thumb Taye Atske Selassie (born 13 January 1956 in Debark, Ethiopia) is an Ethiopian diplomat and politician who is the president of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia since 2024. Prior to his presidency, he served in several political and diplomatic roles, including Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Egypt and permanent Envoy to the United Nations in New York. Quotes The international law maxim that defines the high seas as a common heritage of mankind and guarantees equal right of access and use to all states must be brought to reality in collaboration with other states No state should be excluded from development opportunities due to geography The time is now to work towards Africa's true independence, driven by African agency and guided by the common destiny of our people Ethiopian president calls for equal access for all states to Red Sea, Indian Ocean 26 September 2025 The path of violence must yield to the power of diplomacy The time is now to work towards Africa’s true independence, driven by African agency and guided by the common destiny of our people The spirit, genius, and competence of humanity towards unity, justice, and collective wellbeing will triumph over the current atmosphere of rivalry No state can single-handedly manage global challenges.  We, therefore, call on fellow Member States, especially developed countries that have historic responsibilities, to reverse recent downward trends and intensify efforts towards the collective public good of development and peace.   Africa, guided by Agenda 2063, is advancing development as its preferred security policy STATEMENT BY TAYE ATSKE-SELASSIE AMDE AT THE HIGH-LEVEL POLITICAL DEBATE OF THE 80th SESSION OF THE UNITED NATIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY 25 September, 2025 Our G-20 membership is not merely a seat at the table; it is a platform that will make Africa an active contributor in shaping our collective economic destiny We must also push for Africa’s permanent membership in the UN Security Council so that we will sure be part of the decisions that will affect and determine the destiny of our continent Securing an energy-sufficient-Africa by encouraging member states to implement strong policy frameworks will be imperative The African Union will emerge as a formidable institution and also serve as a strong platform of African citizenry as well as an agent of our collective will. Opening Remarks By H.E. Taye Atske-Selassie, President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia at the Official Handover Ceremony between the Outgoing and Incoming Chairperson of the AU Commission n.d The impact of urbanization in Africa particularly the growing demand for freshly processed foods and ready-to-eat meals significantly reshapes consumption patterns in urban areas We have to know that in view of Africa's rapid population growth, meeting the increasing demand for diverse and high-quality food products will present challenges Empowering women and engaging the youth will unlock the full potential of the sector as they are the drivers of innovation and resilience in our food systems fostering regional policies such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is essential for expanding market access, improving food security, and creating more resilient food systems across the continent The full realization of the African Continental Free Trade Area promises to amplify the success of many African countries who are determined to be on track in building a resilient system in food security. Together, let us move forward with determination and purpose, committed to realizing our shared vision for Africa’s agrifood systems Opening Remarks by H.E. Taye Atske-Selassie, President of Ethiopia at the CAADP Extraordinary Summit 11 January, 2025 We cannot afford to remain mere 'premium exporters' of coffee, cassava, cacao or precious minerals. We need partners who invest in empowering our human capital, not those who reward our dependence on raw material exports Ensuring equitable access to the digital economy is not a luxury but a necessity Let us also remember that history will judge this moment not by the agreements we sign but by the true progresses we accomplish Opening remarks by H.E. Taye Atske Selassie, President of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia at the 57th Economic Commission for Africa Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development 17 March,2025 The cornerstone of a successful value chain is manufacturing. However, manufacturing requires a well-nourished population. That is precisely why food sovereignty should be primarily placed as a foundation of regional value chain for Africa Africa must exercise caution in its dependence on incentives often linked to others’ strategic interests Remarks by H.E. Taye Atske- Selassie at the Africa Business Forum 2025 17 February, 2025 The GERD is a great achievement that proves the strength of our spirit yesterday, examines our wisdom and ingenuity today, and shows the beacon of light we will have tomorrow President Taye: GERD Demonstrates Ethiopia’s Strength Yesterday, Ingenuity Today, And Vision For Tomorrow 14 September,2025 External links Who Is Taye Atske-Selassie, The New President Of Ethiopia? Taye Atske Selassie becomes Ethiopia's new president Category:Politicians from Ethiopia Category:1956 births Category:Living people Category:Diplomats