Türkiye and Ethiopia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on energy cooperation during President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s visit to Addis Ababa, marking a step toward deeper collaboration in joint energy projects, Reuters reported.

Erdogan traveled to the Ethiopian capital at the invitation of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, in his first visit to the country in 11 years. The agreement was signed following talks between the two leaders and is intended to serve as a roadmap for expanding bilateral energy ties.

According to Türkiye’s Energy Ministry, the accord covers cooperation in renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, as well as joint efforts in the production and installation of hydroelectric power plant equipment and electric turbines. Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar said the framework would pave the way for joint production initiatives and long-term partnerships.

Türkiye has steadily expanded its engagement in the Horn of Africa. In 2024, Ankara played a mediating role in easing tensions between Ethiopia and Somalia over Addis Ababa’s plans to develop a port in Somaliland. More recently, Türkiye deployed its deep-sea drilling vessel Cagri Bey to Somalia, in what officials described as the country’s first offshore exploration mission beyond its own maritime jurisdiction, underscoring Ankara’s growing regional energy ambitions.