National Dialogue & Diplomacy: Ethiopia has assumed the Presidency of the OACPS, with Finance State Minister Semereta Sewasew saying the results-focused chairmanship will expand economic opportunities and mobilize sustainable financing across 79 member states. Digital Infrastructure: Ethio Telecom is exploring a strategic partnership with Inspur Software Technology to speed up Ethiopia’s digital transformation, including AI-ready data centers and cloud platforms, while Ethio Telecom also continues work with Huawei to strengthen local software and digital ecosystems. Food Security Model: AU-IBAR officials praised Ethiopia’s “Bounty of the Basket” initiative as a successful way to boost milk, eggs, honey, fruits and vegetables, urging wider support for pastoral communities. EV Push: Changan opened its first Ethiopian showroom in Addis Ababa as Ethiopia continues its EV-only import policy, competing with BYD and working through local partner GT Motors for sales and after-sales services. Regional Mobility: DR Congo published an official 2026 eVisa list naming Ethiopia among 44 eligible African countries, with the visa valid for 90 days after approval. Global Policy Watch: G7 and EU foreign ministers urged an immediate halt to atrocities and attacks in Sudan’s El-Obeid, calling for aid access and support for expanding the Darfur arms embargo. Sports (Local Interest): Ethiopia’s Tsige Duguma is set to face Olympic 800m champion Hodgkinson in London after Hodgkinson’s injury setbacks.