Joint Statement about
the peace talk between Federal
Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Tigray People's Liberation Front
1. As per Article 3 of
the Agreement for Lasting Peace and Permanent Cessation of Hostilities, the
Representatives of the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of
Ethiopia and the TPLF have agreed to announce to the people of Ethiopia and the
rest of the world that after 10 days of intensive negotiations have concluded a
peace agreement.
2. We have agreed to
permanently silence the guns and end the two years of conflict in
northern Ethiopia. 3.
The conflict has brought a tragic degree of loss of lives and livelihoods and
it is in the interest of the entire people of Ethiopia to leave this chapter of
conflict behind and live in peace and harmony.
4. It is fundamental
that we reaffirmed our commitment to safeguarding the sovereignty and
territorial integrity of Ethiopia and to upholding the Constitution of the
Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Thus, Ethiopia has only one national
defense force. We have also agreed on a detailed program of disarmament,
demobilization, and reintegration for the TPLF combatants, taking into account
the security situation on the ground.
5. We have agreed that
the Government of Ethiopia will further enhance its collaboration with
humanitarian agencies to continue expediting aid to all those in need of
assistance.
6. We have agreed to
implement transitional measures that include the restoration of Constitutional
order in the Tigray region, a framework for the settlement of political
differences, and a Transitional Justice Policy framework to ensure
accountability, truth, reconciliation, and healing.
7. To start implementing
these undertakings without delay, we have agreed to stop all forms of
conflicts, and hostile propaganda. We will only make statements that support
the expeditious implementation of the Agreement. We urge Ethiopians in the
country and abroad, to support this Agreement, stop voices of division and
hate, and mobilize their resources for economic recovery and rehabilitation of
social bonds.
8. The Government of
Ethiopia will continue the efforts to restore public services and rebuild the
infrastructures of all communities affected by the conflict. Students must go
to school, farmers, and pastoralists to their fields, and public servants to
their offices. The Agreement requires the support of the public for its smooth
implementation. This is a new and hopeful chapter in the history of the
country.
9. We express our
gratitude to all actors contributing to the success of this endeavor. In
particular, the African Union Commission Chairperson, the African High-Level
Panel led by His Excellency former President Olusegun Obasanjo, supported by
His Excellency former President Uhuru Kenyatta, and Her Excellency Dr.
Phumuzile Mlalmbo, former Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa.
We thank the Chairperson
of the African Union Commission, His Excellency Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat,
Commissioner Bankole Adeoye and his colleagues for their tireless work during
these talks. We rely on their continued support as we implement the Agreement.
10. We thank His
Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa, the President of the Republic of South
Africa, and Her Excellency Dr. Naledi Pandor, the Minister for the Department
of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa for the excellent
facilities they put at the disposal of these talks and their words of
encouragement to the parties towards these successful results.
We are indebted for the
hospitality accorded to us by the People and Government of the Republic of
South Africa.
11. We are grateful to
the people of Ethiopia for encouraging these talks and patiently waiting for
the outcome. We are confident that they will embrace the results of these talks
and ensure their timely implementation.
12. Finally, we are
confident that friends of Ethiopia and members of the diplomatic community will
lend their support in rebuilding infrastructures in affected communities and
the economic recovery of the country. We call on all types of media outlets to
support peace, reconciliation, unity, and prosperity in Ethiopia.
Jointly Delivered at
Pretoria, the Republic of South Africa, on 2nd November 2022.
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