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A rally in Bahir Dar to support the reform measures that are currently being implemented in Ethiopia by the new Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on July 1, 2018. (Photo via Facebook)
Tadias Magazine
Editorial [19659004] Updated: July 10, 2018
New York (TADIAS) – "Diaspora, here is a call to you: One dollar a day to help children educate our brothers and sisters, our fathers and mothers receive health services and, above all, consider this a "return" to your people who gave you a future without anyone "Abiy Ahmed recently commented on the defense of Ethiopia's budget of 346.9 billion birr ($ 12.71 billion) and invited his compatriots residing abroad to be part of the solution.While we are preparing to welcome Dr. Abiy here in the United States in a few weeks, we encourage our readers not only to ten ir its call for the creation of a "Diaspora Trust Fund" to support ongoing reform initiatives. in other development projects, but also think outside the box and propose new and innovative ideas in all areas to help the country accelerate its mission to become a more peaceful, democratic, united and free society with an economy prosperous respectful of human rights. of all its citizens.
It is remarkable that so much has changed in Ethiopia in such a short time that one has almost the impression of experiencing one of those rare moments that take place once in a blue moon in the world. Ancient and mystical history of Ethiopia. from Lalibela in the 13th century; the founding of the cities of Harar in 1216 and Gondar in 1635. Or else the victory at the Battle of Adwa in 1896 and the triumphant return of Emperor Haile Selbadie to Addis Ababa in 1941 of Exile to reconquer the Ethiopian throne after the defeat of the occupying fascist Italian forces during the Second World War. And we can not be happier than to be part of this incredible period in 2018.
Just five months ago – during a desperate period in Ethiopia amidst incessant unrest, d & rdquo; a deafening chorus of skepticism, civil war and gloomy predictions of an imminent collapse of the Ethiopian state – we wrote a brief and hopeful editorial entitled Seize the Moment Ethiopia in the hope of encouraging our generation to rise to the occasion and ensure the continuity of the long Ethiopian history. And noting that "building a true democracy requires transparency, a responsible and free press, and maturity to think about the common good, beyond ourselves and group interests, both locally and globally". at the level of the leaders. "
Today, thanks to Dr. Abiy and his team, the events of the past three months have exceeded our wildest imagination, as President Obama would say," We are the generation we were waiting for! "
We are delighted that Ethiopia has a confident, good and educated leader who understands perfectly well that it serves the will of the people and for the people.More importantly, Mr. Abiy is open to new ideas , open dialogue, freedom of the press, constructive criticism and debate, all of which are the foundations of a functioning democracy.Now we are optimistic that "Ethiopia is on the right track towards a more democratic society. "
Below is a press review of Ethiopia's latest developments, including the historic peace agreement with Eritrea and the resumption of the announcement. flights to Asmara next week
The Eth Iopia and Eritrea declare end of war
Ethiopian and Eritrean leaders signed a declaration declaring that the state of war between the two countries is over. A peace agreement ending the border conflict of 1998-2000 has never been fully implemented and there have been tensions between neighbors since. Countries also agreed to restore trade and diplomatic ties. The statement came at a historic meeting between leaders of both countries in the capital of Eritrea, Asmara. The summit between Eritrean President Isaias Afewerki and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed marked the first meeting of heads of state from neighboring countries for almost two decades. Read more »
An Ethiopian will resume flights for next week to Asmara (FANA)
Ethiopian Airlines will resume flights to the Eritrean capital, Asmara, next week. Ethiopian will also buy a 20 percent stake in Eritrean Airlines, Foreign Trade Minister Dr. Workneh Gebeyeu told reporters after visiting Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed in Eritrea. During the visit, the two countries signed a number of agreements for the resumption of diplomatic relations. According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, both countries have set up a technical committee to monitor the implementation of agreements reached between them, including the use of ports and air links. Flights to Asmara are expected to resume next week. Read More »
Ethiopia Escapes Torture (Washington Post)
Ethiopian Attorney General Announces the Sacking of Five Senior Prison Officials for Alleged Violations of Human Rights, Hours Ago Thursday's release of a Human Rights Watch report on torture in a regional prison. Berhanu Tsegaye said senior prison officials "have been relieved of their duties for failing to fulfill their responsibilities and respecting the human rights of prisoners," Fana Broadcasting reported on Wednesday. The announcement was made just hours before the publication of a heartbreaking report by Human Rights Watch describing systematic torture at Jail Ogaden, a jail in Jijiga, the Somali capital of Ethiopia. Read more »
Dr. Abiy Ahmed will visit Washington DC and Los Angeles on July 28 and 29
Dr. Abiy Ahmed will travel to Washington on July 28 and to Los Angeles, California on July 29, 2018 to meet with the Ethiopian diaspora in the United States. "The purpose of his trip is to organize face-to-face meetings with the Ethiopian diaspora in the United States, according to the Ethiopian Foreign Ministry," reports Fana Broadcasting Corp. "It also aims to strengthen the participation of all Ethiopians.Diaspora living in the United States in ongoing reforms, development and democratization in their country of birth." According to the announcement, all Ethiopians are "invited to participate in the meeting, regardless of their political ideology, religion and ethnic origin ". more »
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