Jerusalem, 25 February, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Israeli PresidentIsaac Herzog kicked off an official state visit to Ethiopia with a meeting at the Presidential Palace in Addis Ababa with Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie on Wednesday.
“This is my third visit to Africa, and the fourth African nation I have visited as President of the State of Israel. The relationship between our peoples is woven deep into the pages of history and human tradition. At the heart of the story of both our nations lies a clear common thread — the ability to join hands, unite resources of spirit and substance, to innovate, develop, and grow for the benefit of all,” Herzog said.
The two discussed expanding cooperation across political, economic, and cultural spheres.
Herzog also highlighted the impact of Ethiopian heritage on Israeli society, noting, “The social fabric of Israel has been deeply enriched by Ethiopian heritage, brought by the Ethiopian Jewish communities in Israel, and as President of the State of Israel, I wish to express my deep appreciation for these cherished communities.”
Israel is home to around 170,000 Jews of Ethiopian origin and their descendants.
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