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Death of Ethiopian Leader Meles Brings ‘Opportunity for Peace’

WASHINGTON, Aug 22 2012 (IPS) - Following Monday’s announcement of the death of long-time Ethiopian leader Meles Zenawi, Ethiopian civil society leaders and Western rights groups are characterising the turn of events as an opportunity to heal decades of increasingly stark sectarianism....read more...

Ethiopian Succession Battle May Test Stability of Key U.S. Ally

Ethiopian Prime Minister Meles Zenawi’s death may cause a succession battle that could test the stability of one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies and a key ally in the U.S.’s war against al-Qaeda.
The 57-year-old premier died Aug. 20 from an infection after recuperating at a hospital in an undisclosed location from an unspecified illness. Deputy Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn is serving as acting prime minister...........read more...

Ethiopia After Meles

The international community, particularly Ethiopia’s core
allies, the U.S., UK and European Union (EU), should accordingly
seek to play a significant role in preparing for
and shaping the transition, by:
 tying political, military and development assistance to
the opening of political space and an end to repressive
measures;
 encouraging the post-Meles leadership to produce a clear
roadmap, including transparent mechanisms within the
TPLF and the EPRDF for apportioning the party and
Front power Meles held and within parliament to lead
to an all-inclusive, peaceful transition, resulting in free
and fair elections within a fixed time; and....read more

Ethiopian PM death 'opportunity' for change: rights groups

ASHINGTON, Aug 22 2012 (IPS) - Following Monday’s announcement of the death of long-time Ethiopian leader Meles Zenawi, Ethiopian civil society leaders and Western rights groups are characterising the turn of events as an opportunity to heal decades of increasingly stark sectarianism...read more...