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🕊️🌍 International Day of Peace 2026On 21 September, we mark the International Day of Peace, a reminder that peace is mor...
21/09/2026

🕊️🌍 International Day of Peace 2026

On 21 September, we mark the International Day of Peace, a reminder that peace is more than the absence of conflict. It is the foundation for dignity, opportunity, cooperation, and hope. 🤝✨

This year's theme, "Invest in Peace: For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day," celebrates the everyday architects of peace who strengthen communities, foster dialogue, and build a more just and inclusive world. 🌱🕊️

Each of us can help build peace:
✅ Offer your time to help others
✅ Speak up for positive change
✅ Encourage dialogue and understanding
✅ Share stories of hope and unity

Peace is not built only in conference rooms. It is shaped by everyone, everywhere, every day. Together, let's invest in peace. 🌍


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🌍🤝 International Day of DemocracyDemocracy thrives when people have a voice in the decisions that shape their lives. Thr...
15/09/2026

🌍🤝 International Day of Democracy

Democracy thrives when people have a voice in the decisions that shape their lives. Through dialogue, collaboration, and respect for diverse perspectives, we can build societies where no one is left behind. 🗣️

As we celebrate over 20 years of the United Nations Democracy Fund (UNDEF), we recognize its vital role in supporting civic participation, strengthening democratic institutions, empowering communities, and promoting human rights around the world.

Freedom of expression remains at the heart of democracy. As affirmed in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, everyone has the right to seek, receive, and share information and ideas without interference.

Together, let us continue to support democracy, inclusion, human dignity, and peace for all.

12/09/2026

Belgian Envoy extends wishes for peaceful, prosperous Ethiopian New Year

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: Belgian Ambassador to Ethiopia, Annelies Verstichel (PhD), extended her best wishes to Ethiopians for the upcoming Ethiopian New Year 2019, hoping for peace and enduring prosperity.

In an exclusive interview with Gazette Plus English, Ambassador Verstichel commended Ethiopia’s resilience and spirit, citing the recent General Election and the National Dialogue initiative as key milestones in the nation’s commitment to peaceful engagement.

Ambassador Verstichel underscored the importance of the National Dialogue, noting it demonstrated Ethiopians’ ability to resolve differences through open conversation. “I wish the Ethiopian people a year full of peace, happiness, prosperity, friendship, love, and good health,” she stated.

The ambassador also emphasized the significance of this New Year, marking the 120th anniversary of bilateral relations between Belgium and Ethiopia. The historic partnership began on September 6, 1906, with the signing of a landmark trade treaty, making Belgium one of the first countries to establish official diplomatic ties with Ethiopia.

To celebrate this milestone, the Belgian Embassy has organized a series of cultural and economic events. These activities aim to honor the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two nations, reflecting on their shared history and future prospects, Ambassador Verstichel remarked.

By Yesuf Endris

🌻🇪🇹 Melkam Addis Amet 2019! Happy Ethiopian New Year! 🇧🇪As Ethiopia welcomes the New Year, the Embassy of Belgium in Add...
11/09/2026

🌻🇪🇹 Melkam Addis Amet 2019! Happy Ethiopian New Year! 🇧🇪

As Ethiopia welcomes the New Year, the Embassy of Belgium in Addis Ababa extends its warmest wishes for peace, prosperity, good health, and happiness to all Ethiopians. 🇧🇪🤝🇪🇹

🌻 Thank you to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, the Ministry of Culture and Sport, and all colleagues who made the New Year celebration so special, including the beautiful Abebayehosh performance and inspiring messages.

🌻 As we celebrate 120 years of diplomatic relations between Ethiopia and Belgium, we look forward to strengthening our longstanding friendship and partnership.

🌻 Let us continue to embrace dialogue, mutual understanding, and peace as we build a brighter future together.

From all diplomats and local staff of the Embassy of Belgium: Melkam Addis Amet! 🌻

🇧🇪🇪🇹 🕊️

Happy AU day!
09/09/2026

Happy AU day!

📢 Communication of the 1368th Meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council (PSC)🗓️ 2 September 2026 Open Session on the ...
09/09/2026

📢 Communication of the 1368th Meeting of the AU Peace and Security Council (PSC)
🗓️ 2 September 2026
Open Session on the Protection of Child Soldiers in Africa
📖 (UN Security Council Resolution 1612 (2005))

📚🛡️ International Day to Protect Education from Attack. Every child has the right to learn in a safe environment. ⚠️ Mil...
09/09/2026

📚🛡️ International Day to Protect Education from Attack.

Every child has the right to learn in a safe environment.

⚠️ Millions of children living in conflict-affected areas continue to face violence, displacement, and attacks on their schools.

📊 Around 6,000 attacks on students, educators, schools, and universities were recorded worldwide in 2022 and 2023, highlighting the urgent need to protect education.

🇧🇪 Belgium remains committed to safeguarding the right to education during armed conflict. Since signing the Safe Schools Declaration in 2017, Belgium has supported efforts to ensure that schools remain places of learning, safety, and hope. 📚🕊️👧👦

🌍 Protecting children and their access to education means protecting our shared future.


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📚✨ We were delighted to host a successful and engaging Conference on Heritage and Culture at the Residence of the Embass...
09/09/2026

📚✨ We were delighted to host a successful and engaging Conference on Heritage and Culture at the Residence of the Embassy of Belgium in Addis Ababa on 4 September 2026. The event brought together researchers, academics, heritage professionals, and cultural experts to exchange knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and explore opportunities for future collaboration.

The event opened with a welcome speech by H.E. Dr. Annelies Verstichel, Ambassador of Belgium to Ethiopia, followed by remarks from H.E. Eshete Tilahun, Ambassador of Ethiopia to Belgium, who joined virtually. 🇧🇪🇪🇹

Researchers, academics, and heritage professionals then came together for insightful presentations and fruitful discussions on cultural heritage, conservation, education, and scientific collaboration. The event provided an excellent platform to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and foster meaningful dialogue. 🤝📚

A special thank you to Ms. Naomi Meulemans, Head of Cultural Heritage Collections, Conservation and Restoration at the Africa Museum in Belgium, and her team, for their initiative, dedication, and hard work in making this inspiring event possible. 🌟

🏛️ "Heritage and culture are the roots that nourish people's identity, connecting the past, enriching the present, and inspiring future generations." 🌍✨

📢 Strengthening Maternal Health Through Partnership and Policy DialogueLast week, Belgium was pleased to participate in ...
04/09/2026

📢 Strengthening Maternal Health Through Partnership and Policy Dialogue

Last week, Belgium was pleased to participate in the Policy Dialogue on Perinatal Mental Health organized by the 🇪🇹 Ministry of Health and the Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) Antwerp.

In her opening remarks, Ms. Gaëlle Nyssen, First Secretary, highlighted Belgium’s commitment to supporting Ethiopia through research, training, capacity strengthening, and policy support.

🩺 She noted that perinatal mental health is a vital component of maternal and child health. Investing in maternal mental health helps build:

✅ Healthier families
✅ Gender equality
✅ Human development
✅ Sustainable growth

👏 The dialogue brought together policymakers, researchers, healthcare providers, and development partners to strengthen collaboration and advance inclusive, resilient health systems.

🇧🇪 As health remains a priority sector of Belgian international cooperation, Belgium continues to support Ethiopia’s efforts to improve health outcomes and promote global health cooperation.

Today, we mark the International Day against Nuclear Tests, established by the United Nations to raise awareness of the ...
29/08/2026

Today, we mark the International Day against Nuclear Tests, established by the United Nations to raise awareness of the devastating humanitarian and environmental consequences of nuclear weapon testing. 🌍

Since the first nuclear test in 1945, more than 2,000 tests have been conducted worldwide, leaving lasting impacts on human health, communities, and the environment.

☢️ Belgium believes the humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons are catastrophic. Preventing their use is essential, and their elimination remains our goal. The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) is a vital step toward a safer, nuclear-weapon-free world. 🕊️🤝

Let us remember the lessons of history and work together to ensure that future generations live in a world free from the dangers of nuclear testing and nuclear weapons.

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