Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed used his speech at the G20 summit to push back against the idea that developing nations are weak or poor. He said Ethiopia’s change is a "quiet revolution of bold actions, rewriting what is possible."

The Prime Minister’s main message was simple: for an economy to truly succeed, you must include everyone. He argued that including all citizens in growth is "efficiency, not charity."

"When every farmer, entrepreneur, and inventor shares in progress, the economy becomes self-sustaining," Abiy explained. This means the country can grow on its own without needing constant help.

The Idea of 'Medemer'

PM Abiy said this growth plan is based on an Ethiopian idea called 'Medemer.' This idea is about unity and working together. By joining forces, the country can multiply its potential, and everyone gets to share the rewards. He shared examples of how this is working now:

• New Ideas: Cities are quickly becoming places for new inventions and ideas.
• Business: New factories and businesses are changing the economy.
• Young People: Young entrepreneurs are starting businesses that people could only dream of a generation ago. Farmers are using tools their parents never had.

The Prime Minister said that even though Ethiopia has faced tough times—like drought, conflict, and worldwide problems—these challenges have only led to big, positive change. He ended by saying the country's story is one of hope and resilience.