In a regular session held from August 20-22, 2018, the Executive Committee of the Ethiopian People’s Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) reviewed the gains made from realization of the deep renewal program.
The Committee confirmed that great and unbelievable achievements, which earned the admiration and support of the people, were registered from the reforms undertaken in a short period of time, according to a statement office of EPRDF sent to FBC today.
The Committee also praised the successes achieved in the political, diplomatic, and socio-economic sectors, especially the peace deal between Ethiopia and Eritrea, as well as the move to strengthen ties with neighboring and Middle East countries.
The Committee evaluated the release of prisoners, negotiations held with armed groups, opening of shutdown websites and efforts to reform the justice system as a positive move towards widening the political space.
It also praised the measures taken to strengthen unity of Ethiopians by unifying the two synods of the Ethiopian Orthodox churches and reconciling the Muslim community.
The Committee commended the measures taken to curb shortage of foreign currency and the ongoing efforts to finalize delayed projects.
However, it underscored the need to boost productivity of the agricultural and manufacturing sector, use all means to reduce inflation to a single digit, and to exert more efforts to ensure rule of law.
The Committee called on the public to strengthen their support for the reform launched at a national level.