Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it is preparing to make a decision on its fleet to expand its local network with an order for about 25 smaller commercial jets. The airline, which is currently assessing offers from Airbus, Embraer, and Boeing, would operate the aircraft on domestic routes as well as services to neighbouring countries.

The decision, set to take place against the backdrop of rising fuel costs from Middle East conflicts, is expected to shape the airline's positioning and strategic growth, while also intensifying competition among global aircraft manufacturers competing for a share of Africa's rapidly expanding aviation market.

Joining us now to reflect on this is Zemedeneh Negatu, the CEO of CBE Capital Investment Bank.

Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it is preparing to make a decision on its fleet to expand its local network with an order for about 25 smaller commercial jets. The airline, which is currently assessing offers from Airbus, Embraer, and Boeing, would operate the aircraft on domestic routes as well as services to neighbouring countries.
The decision, set to take place against the backdrop of rising fuel costs from Middle East conflicts, is expected to shape the airline's positioning and strategic growth, while also intensifying competition among global aircraft manufacturers competing for a share of Africa's rapidly expanding aviation market.
Joining us now to reflect on this is Zemedeneh Negatu, the CEO of CBE Capital Investment Bank.

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