On May 27, 2025, Dr. Abdeta D. Beyene, Executive Director of CDRC, participated as a panelist at the Yerevan Dialogue 2025 in Armenia. Speaking on a session focused on conflict, development, and the global race for critical minerals, he stressed the need for Ethiopia’s growing mineral investments to benefit local communities and support sustainable development.
Referring to Ethiopia’s recent announcement of over $1.6 billion in foreign investments—mainly from Chinese firms—Dr. Abdeta called for community-centered frameworks, transparent governance, and alignment with green industrial policy. His remarks highlighted the importance of managing mineral wealth responsibly to ensure inclusive and conflict-sensitive development
