Addis Ababa April 26/2024 (AFLEX) The African Leadership Excellence Academy (AFLEX) and China’s Academy for International Business Officials (#AIBO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today.
AFLEX President Zadig Abreha and AIBO President SunZhonghe signed the agreement.
The signing of an agreement aims to enhance collaboration in China’s leadership development program for Africans, paving the way for future collaboration.
The agreement establishes a framework for sharing information, knowledge, and best practices in Leadership Development Programs between the two institutions.
Zadig highlighted the agreement’s role in promoting knowledge exchange and experience sharing between the two institutions.
We envision AFLEX becoming a key Leadership Development program base for African leaders in China-related fields, Zadig revealed, adding this will have various academic and economic benefits, especially for Ethiopian executiveleaders.
The statement highlights the strategic partnership and cooperation between Ethiopia and China, which aims to enhance overall bilateral relations.
AIBO, also known as the Training Center of the MinistryofCommerce (MOFCOM) of China, holds a unique position. As the only educational institution directly affiliated with China’s MOFCOM, AIBO plays a vital role in shaping international trade and economic cooperation initiatives, Zadig noted.
AIBO President stressed the MoU’s potential to strengthen strategic academic and economic partnerships between Ethiopia and China.
The agreement represents a critical step towards collaboration between our leadership institutions, he stated.
This partnership between AFLEX and AIBO is expected to provide African leaders with enhanced access to China-focused leadership training programs, fostering a deeper understanding of the economic landscape between the two countries and Africa.
With its focus on leadership excellence, AFLEX is well-positioned to leverage AIBO’s expertise and create a bridge for future generations of Ethiopian and African leaders to navigate evolving issues.