On March 13, 2025, Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong attended and addressed the reception celebrating the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Ethiopia.

Chen Xiaodong said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations 55 years ago, China and Ethiopia have always treated each other with respect and sincerity, setting a good example of equal exchanges between countries. China is ready to work with Ethiopia to accelerate the implementation of the important common understandings reached between the leaders of the two countries and the outcomes of the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, deepen cooperation for common development, and inject more positive energy into China-Africa friendship and the Global South cooperation.

Ambassador of Ethiopia to China Tefera Derbew Yimam said that over the past 55 years, the two countries have always respected and supported each other, with fruitful cooperation in areas such as infrastructure development, trade and investment, culture and education, which has benefited the two peoples. Ethiopia and China enjoy a solid foundation of friendship and huge potential for cooperation. Ethiopia is willing to deepen cooperation with China and create a better future for bilateral relations.