Nat'l Dialogue Platform Enables All to Fairly Reach Consensus: Chief Commissioner

Addis Ababa, July 18, 2026 (ENA) — The national dialogue has created a platform that enables all sides to fairly reach a consensus, Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) Chief Commissioner, Professor Mesfin Araya, said.

He pointed out that, unlike conventional political debates that are determined by a majority vote, the national dialogue is a historic platform aimed at achieving mutual agreement.

The platform has been created to allow all sides to reach a fair agreement.

Briefing the media today on the ongoing national dialogue, the Chief Commissioner said that a platform has been established to enable all sides fairly reach understanding.

He noted that extensive orientations and briefings regarding the principles of the dialogue and decision-making methodologies have been provided to the 4,000 representatives engaged in the process since the opening day.

The Chief Commissioner stressed that the national dialogue is centered on determining a shared destiny, rather than identifying winners and losers.

He concluded by stating that the process is a foundation on which Ethiopians collectively build a better future for the country.

Since its establishment in 2021, the ENDC has worked to resolve deep-rooted political divisions.

By bringing together thousands of diverse representatives, this historic initiative replaces polarization with consensus and creates a foundation for Ethiopia's long-term stability.