A high-level delegation from the Russian Federation, led by Andrey Razin, State Minister of Agriculture, concluded  a visit Ethiopia Commodity Exchange (ECX), focusing on strengthening bilateral cooperation.

Mr. Mergia Bayissa, Chief Executive Officer of ECX, welcomed the delegates and delivered a comprehensive, high-level presentation detailing the Exchange's operations and role in the Ethiopian economy.

During their discussion, the two sides focused on potential areas of collaboration between the commodity exchanges in Russia and Ethiopia. 

The Russian team concluded its visit with an intensive visit  at ECX’s Central Laboratory and observed the internationally recognized coffee quality grading and cupping processes.