Category: Government Policy

Addis Ababa: The Ethiopian Media Authority (EMA) has called on the media to play a critical role for the success of the historic national dialogue and transitional justice.

Ethiopian Media Authority Director-General, Mohammed Idris, told ENA that the national dialogue and transitional justice have huge significance in the protection of human rights and ensuring lasting peace in the country.

Realizing national dialogue and transitional justice is vital in building a strong nation, he noted, adding that the active role of all sections of the society will significantly contribute to the success of the processes.

In this regard, the mass media have the responsibility of creating a clear understanding among the general public about the issues and refrain from reports that hinder the process, Mohammed underscored.

The director-general said that the authority will continue to play its role in providing capacity building training for the media to enable them to cover issues and report ethically.

According to him
, the national dialogue and transitional justice will define the future of the country and are of great public interest.

The media should therefore play their role based on such reality.

For Mohammed, the media have crucial role in creating awareness about national dialogue and transitional justice among the public so that they can participate in the process with a spirit of ownership.

Recall that the Government of Ethiopia recently reaffirmed its commitment to implementing transitional justice and national dialogue which are essential to ensure lasting peace.

Under the leadership of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, the Ethiopian government has adopted a comprehensive approach to address the root causes of internal conflicts, paving the way for a more harmonious future

Source: Ethiopian News Agency

Addis Ababa: A public rally was held in support of the ongoing multifaceted national reforms in Wolkite town, Central Ethiopia Regional state, in the presence of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

High level federal and regional government officials as well as zonal leaders and residents of Wolkite Town, the capital of the Gurage zone, attended the public rally where various messages were conveyed, it was indicated.

Similar rallies were held in various regions of Ethiopia during the past few weeks in support of the ongoing reforms.

Recall that the Government Communication Service of Ethiopia recently affirmed that vivid results were registered in various spheres over the last six years under the leadership of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency

Addis Ababa: Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has vowed to make Ethiopia Africa’s Beacon of prosperity and unity by freeing the country from economic dependence.

A forum that brought together many people to support the reformist leadership of Ethiopia was held in Wolkite town, Gorage Zone of the Central Ethiopian region, in the presence of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

In his message on the occasion, the premier lauded the people of Gurage zone who promote unity and solidarity.

He emphasized that this is a practical testament which the rest of Ethiopian people should take as a lesson to live harmoniously.

Stressing the need for realizing development and prosperity in Ethiopia, Abiy called on the people of the country to seek peace and harmony in order to see a prosperous and convenient Ethiopia.

The prime minister also noted to accommodate Ethiopia’s diverse ethnic identities, cultures, languages, and topography, adding that these could not be a source of difference to build a strong nation-state.

Abiy further hi
ghlighted that Ethiopia has repeatedly fought for its independence and it is a country that has thwarted all attempts of external aggressions.

However, the country has not realized economic development and freed from dependence in this regard. Thus, the East African nation should strive to extricate itself from economic dependence, he said.

In this case, Prime Minister Abiy mentioned the success of Gurage people as an example for business and trade activities in Ethiopia.

According to him, the people of Gurage’s active engagement in the business sphere, remains a model and would help the endeavors of the nation to free Ethiopia from economic dependence.

He also urged all Ethiopians to stand for development and prosperity.

The prime minister underscored that the nation has embarked on a massive economic development trajectory to make Ethiopia a beacon of Africa’s prosperity. And he called on all Ethiopians to stand together and discharge their national responsibility.

Finally, the premier noted that to r
ealize prosperous Ethiopia through strong efforts, it is crucial to consolidate national unity and defeat the illusionist forces, attempting to divide the public and fuel conflict in the country.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency

Addis Ababa: Armenia wants to strengthen bilateral and multilateral relations with Ethiopia, Ambassador Sahak Sargsyan told ENA.

The longstanding religious, historical and cultural ties between the two countries are foundations that can help as springboard to catalyze the path to expand bilateral and multilateral relations, the Armenian ambassador to Ethiopia added.

The ambassador recalled that Kevork Nalbandian, the musician of Armenian descent, for instance composed Ethiopia’s national anthem, which was in use until 1974.

His nephew is also considered a founder of the modern Ethiopian music, particularly jazz and pop, Ambassador Sargsyan revealed.

According to him, the countries have already been collaborating in culture, education, and some other fields as well as the IT sector.

‘But, of course, we look forward to expand this collaboration and partnership with our friends and partners in other areas. That can be tourism, agriculture, and energy.’

Moreover, he stated that Armenia likes to strengthen m
ultilateral relations beyond bilateral cooperation.

‘My objective as an ambassador here is to unlock the potential for collaboration, not only bilaterally but also multilaterally.’

Although the historical and strong relationship of the two countries goes back to many centuries, the Armenian Embassy in Ethiopia was opened only four years ago.

Yet, it is actively fostering the age-old relationship, he added.

Ambassador Sargsyan revealed plans for a documentary film and concert arrangements aimed at solidifying the cultural and artistic ties between the countries.

Finally, he pointed out that there were also Armenians who helped Ethiopian fighters acquire modern weaponry during the historical Battle of Adwa.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency

WINDHOEK: Namibia has expressed disappointment at the recent failure of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to grant full membership of the United Nations (UN) to the State of Palestine.

In a statement on Friday, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Peya Mushelenga criticised the United States, which vetoed a resolution recommending Palestine’s full UN membership on Thursday.

‘The use of the veto in the UNSC to deny the State of Palestine its legitimate right for UN membership is testimony that some powerful member states of the UN value their national interest at the expense and detriment of the values and norms of the international community.

‘Regrettably, while small states believe in the lofty ideals and principles inscribed in the Charter of the UN, the action by a Permanent Member of the Security Council to prevent Palestine’s full membership leaves serious doubt on their full commitment to these noble principles,’ Mushelenga said.

Palestine applied for UN membership in accord
ance with Article 4 of the UN Charter, which states that membership is open to all other peace-loving states.

Since 2012, Palestine has had observer status at the UN and has been lobbying for years to gain full membership. However, it is recognised by only 138 out of 193 UN Member States.

‘The government of the Republic of Namibia expresses strong disappointment over the veto by the United States preventing the adoption of the resolution to recommend to the General Assembly Palestine’s full membership in line with the provisions of Article 4 of the UN Charter.

‘This is a serious setback to the international community’s efforts to find a peaceful and lasting solution to the unwarranted protracted Israel-Palestine conflict,’ the minister said.

Mushelenga emphasised that Namibia ‘continues to call for the immediate reform of the UNSC to address inequity and injustice, in order to reflect the present reality and ensure the legitimacy of its decisions.’

Source: The Namibia Press Agency

Addis Ababa: State Minister of Foreign Affairs Mesganu Arga met with the Secretary General of the Organization of Southern Cooperation (OSC) Sheik Manssour Bin Mussallam, at his office today.

The two officials exchanged views on how to further enhance cooperation and ways to work closely between Ethiopia as a host and the OSC, according to Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The OSC is based in Addis Ababa and it was established on 29 January 2020 by countries and organizations from across the Global South.

As the first intergovernmental organization of and by the Greater South, the OSC acts as an instrument of intellectual, technical and financial cooperation and solidarity between its Member States as well as its Associate Members in the pursuit of a Third Way of Development – from the South, for Humanity.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency