Nat'l Dialogue Commission Wraps up Tasks, Chief Commissioner Says Process Foundation for New Political Order

The Ethiopian national dialogue has laid the foundation for establishing a new political order between the government and citizens, National Dialogue Chief Commissioner Professor Mesfin Araya said.

Upon the completion of its work, the Commission held a press briefing today.

Speaking on the occasion, Professor Mesfin Araya said the Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) has fulfilled its responsibilities by achieving the main objectives for which it was established.

He noted that the Commission had been conducting an extensive dialogue process based on the interests and desire of the public.

The institution efficiently discharged its duties in line with its mandate by conducting the process based on the principles of credibility and inclusive participation, the Chief Commissioner elaborated.

Professor Mesfin revealed that the National Dialogue Conference was attended by 4,000 participants who made 394 recommendations.

Stressing the conducted of the national dialogue that was guided by principles of credibility and inclusive participation, he stated that initiating discussions on differences represented a major step forward.

He explained that useful recommendations that serve as a foundation for state-building and the development of a democratic system were made.

He added that the process has laid the groundwork to enable the establishment of a new political order between the government and the public.

Expressing gratitude to all stakeholders who contributed to the success of the dialogue, Professor Mesfin said the digital documentation and handover of the recommendations will be carried out within a few months.

He mentioned that completing documentation and archiving tasks, properly documenting outcomes and experiences, and transferring of information and documents are among the upcoming tasks to be undertaken.

For her part, Ethiopian National Dialogue Deputy Chief Commissioner Hirut Gebreselassie said the dialogue was conducted in a spirit of consensus.

She noted that the national dialogue was a historic process in which everyone contributed useful ideas for nation-building, reflected constructive viewpoints for the enhancement of peace and unity.

Ethiopian National Dialogue Commissioner Mahmud Dirir explained that the recommendations have been made accessible to executive bodies, regional states, and city administrations.

He added that the recommendations have been documented in various formats and will be made accessible to researchers and the public at large.