H.E. Demeke Mekonen, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Ethiopia, met with H.E. Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security of the African Union Commission, at his office today (December 28).
During their conversation, Mr. Demeke stated that the peace agreement signed in Pretoria, South Africa, between the Ethiopian Government and the TPLF is a clear indication that the continent’s principle of solving its own problems is yielding results.
According to the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, conditions are improving as a result of the Pretoria Peace Agreement in terms of humanitarian aid and the restoration of basic services in conflict-affected areas.
He stated that the Ethiopian Government is fully committed to carrying out the Pretoria Peace Agreement.
According to Commissioner Bankole Adiwoye, the peace agreement sets a good example for other African Union member countries and will be presented as an experience at the next African Union Summit in Addis Ababa.
He lauded Ethiopia’s Government for its unwavering support for the African Union since its inception.
The Commissioner praised the practical work done in restoring access to humanitarian aid and basic services to conflict-affected areas following the peace agreement.
