The Ethiopian government is prioritizing the construction of institutions that promote national consensus and social cohesion, according to Dr. Kyeredin Tezera, Deputy Minister of Peace. In a meeting with Canadian Embassy Minister Counsellor and Head of Cooperation, Sean Boyd, Dr. Tezera highlighted the government's efforts to build trust among communities and promote inclusive national dialogue.
Dr. Tezera noted that the government is working to strengthen social unity, economic ties, and sustainable peace. He emphasized that the National Dialogue process, which aims to address long-standing issues through peaceful means, is being implemented in an inclusive manner. This process seeks to engage various communities in nation-building and ensure their concerns are addressed.
The Deputy Minister stressed that institutions must be built on the principles of inclusivity and national unity. He praised the Canadian government's support for Ethiopia's peacebuilding efforts and expressed his appreciation for their collaboration. Dr. Tezera believes that these initiatives will play a significant role in establishing sustainable and positive peace in Ethiopia.
Sean Boyd, Minister Counsellor and Head of Cooperation at the Canadian Embassy, reaffirmed Canada's commitment to strengthening people-to-people relations with Ethiopia. He expressed his government's interest in collaborating with Ethiopia on areas that promote mutual benefits, such as peacebuilding, social cohesion, and economic development.
Boyd acknowledged the positive changes taking place in Ethiopia, particularly in peacebuilding, social cohesion, and economic development. He emphasized Canada's willingness to work together with Ethiopia to achieve these goals. The two officials discussed ways to enhance cooperation and explore new opportunities for collaboration.
The meeting between Dr. Tezera and Boyd reflects the strong bilateral relations between Ethiopia and Canada. Both countries are committed to promoting peace, stability, and economic development in the region. Their collaboration aims to support Ethiopia's ongoing efforts to build a more peaceful and prosperous society.
The Ethiopian government's focus on institution-building and national consensus is seen as a crucial step towards achieving sustainable peace and stability. With the support of international partners like Canada, Ethiopia is working to address its challenges and create a brighter future for its citizens.
Key points
- The Ethiopian government is prioritizing institution-building to promote national consensus and social cohesion.
- The National Dialogue process aims to address long-standing issues through peaceful means.
- Canada has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ethiopia's peacebuilding efforts.
