# Ethiopia-China cooperation and regional integration > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ethiopia-china-cooperation-and-regional-integration > Updated: 2026-10-13T20:09:27.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Ethiopia is pursuing regional integration in the Horn of Africa while deepening economic and technological ties with China. In late September 2026, Ethiopian officials advocated for enhanced connectivity through projects such as a refined petroleum pipeline with Djibouti and participation in the East African Power Pool. Ethiopia also emphasized a shift toward long-term climate mitigation and the creation of a Regional Trade Facilitation Committee. Concurrently, exhibitions in Addis Ababa highlighted the history of China-Africa relations and the Belt and Road Initiative. By mid-October 2026, cooperation between the two nations expanded into the agricultural sector. Discussions focused on utilizing Chinese mechanization technologies to modernize Ethiopian farming, specifically targeting increased teff production to bolster food sovereignty. China expressed interest in evaluating existing mechanization equipment to further collaborative development in the region. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-13: Ethiopia and China expand agricultural mechanization ties Ethiopia and China are expanding cooperation in agricultural mechanization, specifically focusing on using modern technology to advance teff production and enhance food sovereignty. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ethiopia-and-china-expand-agricultural-mechanization-ties ### 2026-09-27: Ethiopia promotes regional integration and China-Africa cooperation Ethiopia is pushing for deeper economic and energy integration in the Horn of Africa while celebrating growing China-Africa cooperation through infrastructure and diplomatic ties. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ethiopia-promotes-regional-integration-and-china-africa-cooperation --- Cite as: Ethiopia-China cooperation and regional integration. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ethiopia-china-cooperation-and-regional-integration