(Parliamentary News), October 11, 2022: Senior Government Officials have stated that the Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission is capable of solving deep-rooted pressing problems in a sustainable way and the people should participate in it at every level.

This was announced today when regional heads of state and senior leaders discussed the strategic plan and major work activities presented by the National Dialogue Commission.

It was raised in the discussion forum that the active participation of all Ethiopians plays a vital role in order for the national dialogue process to be effective and solve problems at every level.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Honorable Tagesse Chaffo, emphasized that the National Dialogue Commission is expected to solve the country's key challenges, so it should be put into operation as soon as possible.

Honorable Speaker Tagesse stated that the national dialogue has an important role to ensure lasting peace, to build a common identity and to have an acceptable state government.

The Chief Commissioner of the Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission, Prof. Mesfen Araya, presented the Commission's strategic plan and its future activities. With this, he announced that the main actor of the national consultation is all the people of Ethiopia.

The Chief Commissioner explained that for the inclusive national dialogue to be successful, government support, providing strong leadership, preventing interference from foreign countries and facilitating public participation are typical solution directions.

Honorable Adam Farah, Vice President of the Prosperity Party; stated that the ruling party will provide all necessary support for the national dialogue to be effective. He emphasized that careful attention should be paid to the quality and speed of the dialogue, participation and effectiveness, the role of the commission and other bodies, inclusiveness and efficiency, and the support of local and foreign countries.

On the other hand, there is a need to prevent the forces that are hindering the holding of the national dialogue, which this country has great hopes for. The Vice President of the Prosperity Party emphasized that the government is ready to take appropriate action if necessary.

Regional Heads of State; They expressed their willingness to provide universal support for the success of this national dialogue, which is trusted to solve the core problems of citizens in a sustainable manner.

The regional heads of governments believed that the national dialogue is a unique tool and a change of direction to solve the complex challengs that Ethiopia is facing in a sustainable way. He also stressed that enough care should be taken on the agendas that are drawn up for the people to discuss.

In addition to supporting the contribution of the regions in the national dialogue process, the senior leaders also raised the issue that they will be sufficiently involved in presenting ideas that can cross the country.

Dr. Yonas Adaye, Commissioner of the Ethiopian National Dialogue Commission, stated that an all-out effort is being made to create clarity of thought and sufficient awareness for the people in order for the national dialogue to be effective. He said that we have to work in cooperation for the country to have secure peace.

Translated by Yared Eshetu