The launch event on Friday featured an exhibition detailing the transition from the Machine-Readable Passport (MRP) to the new E-passport, allowing attendees to explore the newly launched passport's enhanced security features and the future of Ethiopia's passport services. As part of this transition, ICS plans to conduct a nationwide awareness campaign with the goal of "ensuring a seamless adoption process and guiding citizens through the application and issuance procedures." Toppan securities Ethiopia S.C was established in Jan 2023 through a joint venture where Toppan Securities owns 51% while EIH and its subsidiaries – Berhanena Selam Printing Enterprise (BSPE) and Educational Materials Production and Distribution Enterprise (EMPDE) – collectively own 49%.