The Ethiopian government has reacted to political developments in Sudan in a statement issued by the office of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on April 15.
The statement comes almost a week after long-serving Omar al-Bashir was forced out of power by the military. He had been under months of pressure by anti-government protests.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has extended his admiration to the peoples of Sudan for their resilience in conducting a peaceful change in their country.
In a message he sent to the peoples of Sudan, the premier said: “your efforts to voice your demands in a responsible manner is a reflection of your aspirations for reconstructing a strengthened and democratic Sudan.”
According to the statement of the Office of the Prime Minister, Abiy also appreciated the military council for overseeing the transition and its efforts in heeding to the call of the Sudanese people.
The initiative to hold discussions with competing political parties in the country is commendable, he said, adding that “extending the practice of inclusive dialogue with all other stakeholders will facilitate the path to a strengthened, united and democratic Sudan.”
He stressed on the need for peaceful discussion to hammer out differences to promote mutual understanding and alignment.
“It is important to also ensure that any differences in ideas that arise are dealt with peacefully and patiently to come towards mutual understanding and alignment. Your neighbor Ethiopia will always be with you,” it concluded.
