Addis ababa: Members of the parliament (MPs) are directing questions to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today at the session of the House of People’s Representatives, focusing on pressing national issues and economic activities of the country. Abiy presents highlights of the 2024/25 fiscal year budget execution to parliament.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the queries from MPs spanned topics such as peace and security, the national reconciliation process, political space, economic reform, and the government’s efforts to mitigate inflationary pressures. Members of the House also expressed appreciation for the government’s efforts under Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s leadership to achieve durable peace in the country.
Particularly, the MPs praised the Pretoria peace accord, which marks a pivotal moment in Ethiopia’s political history and offers a new direction away from centuries-old divisions and adversarial politics. They noted that impressive results have been recorded in economic development, environmental protection initiatives like the Green Legacy Initiative Program, agricultural productivity, and diplomatic efforts to secure access to a seaport.
In response to the queries, Prime Minister Abiy affirmed that despite ongoing challenges, Ethiopia has made remarkable and unprecedented progress across multiple sectors.