Ethiopia’s capital, Addis Ababa, has been officially selected as the host city for the 2032 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP32), marking a significant diplomatic achievement for the African nation. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Nebiat Getachew announced that this decision demonstrates global recognition of Ethiopia’s substantial contributions to international climate action initiatives.
The selection committee particularly acknowledged Ethiopia’s groundbreaking Green Legacy Initiative (GLI), a massive environmental program launched under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s administration in 2019. This ambitious project has positioned Ethiopia as a continental leader in sustainable development and ecological restoration efforts.
Prime Minister Ahmed elaborated on Ethiopia’s comprehensive climate strategy, which includes remarkable advancements in renewable energy infrastructure, nationwide expansion of electric vehicle adoption, and the development of environmentally sustainable urban centers through strategic corridor projects. These coordinated efforts significantly strengthened Ethiopia’s candidacy for hosting the prestigious international summit.
In a related diplomatic development, Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos has been appointed as COP32 President-designate, tasked with overseeing the complex preparatory proceedings for the major global event. The Ethiopian government expressed gratitude toward the African Negotiating Group for their endorsement, interpreting this support as affirmation of Ethiopia’s growing influence in international environmental diplomacy and its operational capacity to organize world-class gatherings.