Ethiopia’s Prosperity Party to Implement MoU with Somaliland, Announces Leadership Reshuffle

Addis Abeba - The Prosperity Party (PP), Ethiopia’s ruling political organization, has declared its intention to transform the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Somaliland into an actionable agreement. This decision, announced at the end of a significant meeting by the party’s Executive and Central Committee members, underscores Ethiopia’s commitment to fostering regional economic and cultural relationships.

The MoU, aimed at enhancing Ethiopia’s access to the sea, reflects the country’s strategic move to build stronger regional ties. This agreement with Somaliland, a self-declared state internationally recognized as part of Somalia, has been a critical element of Ethiopia’s foreign policy.

In addition to its diplomatic endeavors, the Prosperity Party addressed internal challenges, particularly those stemming from localized conflicts influenced by narrow group interests. The party emphasized the need for peaceful negotiations with armed groups while maintaining a firm stance against entities that seek to advance their agendas through violence. This dual approach of dialogue and law enforcement was highlighted as a key strategy in maintaining domestic stability.

The meeting also focused on various key sectors of national importance, setting a directive for party leadership and members to collaborate closely with the Ethiopian populace in driving these areas forward.

In a significant development, the party announced a leadership change. Demeke Mekonnen, who served as the third vice president of the party representing the Amhara wing, was relieved of his duties. Temesgen Tiruneh, the Director General of the National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS), has been appointed as his successor. This reshuffle is indicative of the ongoing adjustments within the party’s structure and strategy.

These decisions and discussions from the party’s meeting come at a critical juncture, coinciding with Ethiopia’s MOU with Somaliland. This agreement has been met with strong opposition from Somalia’s Federal Government, which views it as a step towards the fragmentation of Somalia.

In response, the Federal Government of Somalia has launched a political campaign, gaining support from countries and international organizations, including the Arab League, who assert the sanctity of Somalia’s territorial integrity.

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