EPRDF: The Change in Leadership

(Translated by Michael Mered PhD)
The need for considering a change in leadership has been on the agenda of the EPRDF Executive Committee for a number of years, not only in connection with the Chairman’s preference, but also to consider similar views reflected by other members of the leadership. Extensive studies have been made on the subject and a number of discussions have been conducted. The EPRDF Council has now made its final decision on the matter. In this regard, the basis for the Council’s decision is fundamentally different from the usual media rhetoric. Consequently, this publication feels it would be useful and of great educational value to...A change in leadership is a necessary condition for democracy for it is the mechanism by which constituents exercise their will and ensure the accountability

Senior US Senators and Gen Ward recognizes Ethiopia as the main stabilizing force in the Horn region.

Washington DC March 11 2010 (Aigaforum)-General Ward commanders of the U.S. European Command (EUCOM), U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) AND U.S. Joint Force Command said Ethiopia remains a friend, a partner in our efforts to help produce stability in the region. General Ward said the work that Ethiopia does in the counterterrorism business as well as in the work of its participation in peacekeeping operations is important work