INAUGURATION OF THE SHOA SUGAR FACTORY
.....The
establishment of industries is vital to the development of a nation and to the
improvement of the standard of living of its people…..
…..
As We open this second sugar factory in Wonji, it gives Us great pleasure in
witnessing the expansion of its activities the contribution of which in making
Ethiopia self-sufficient in the supply of sugar is recognized.
Those
who have been the promoters and pioneers of this great enterprise can derive
pride from the fact that they have shown the way, and proved to the world that
work in Ethiopia can be most rewarding.
When
the first Wonji plantation and factory was started, Ethiopia used to import all
her sugar requirements from abroad. Today, she has not only reached the stage
of self-sufficiency in sugar, but she has even started to export this product
to neighbouring countries. This is a great step forward.
The
establishment of industries is vital to the development of a nation and to the
improvement of the standard of living of its people. For this reason We wish to
assure all those investors who come to Our country to establish industries,
that, not only are Our doors open to them but Our constant assistance and
co-operation are always available.
During Our recent visit to Awassa We were gratified to
witness, the sunflower, pepper, tobacco and other plantations of that district
established under the auspices of the Ministry of National Community
Development. Our pleasure has been doubled to note the tremendous achievement
made in the execution of that project which shall contribute to the improvement
of the general welfare within a short span of time.
The work here at Wonji has been a vital factor in the
economic development of this region. The benefit of Wonji has gone well beyond
those who are employed by the organization, and has indirectly contributed to
the improvement of the general living conditions of the surroundings as a
whole.
In opening this Shoa factory today We wish to express
Our appreciation to all those who have made Wonji a reality.
Our gratitude goes first and foremost to Her Majesty
the Queen of the Netherlands and to Her Royal Consort who have always shown
keen interest in economic relations between Our two countries.
We also thank the Managers and staff of H. V. A. both
here and in the Netherlands, for their work and devotion. We wish to assure
them of Our constant support and interest in the future.
We pray that Almighty God may in His Mercy bless this
enterprise and all those who strive to maintain and strengthen its foundations.
Nov. 10, 1962
Selected Speeches of His
Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie - page 530 -
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| Ethiopian Sugar cane |
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| Sugar cane near Wondo Genet, Ethiopia |
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