AU welcomes TPLF’s readiness for peace talks with Ethiopian government
Moussa Faki Mahmat, Chairperson of African Union (AU), Commission, welcomes the Regional Government of Tigray’s announcement of its commitment to a peaceful solution to the conflict and its willingness, as well as that of other African Union-led peace processes.
“The Chairperson underscores this positive development as a unique opportunity towards the restoration of peace in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. In this regard, the Chairperson particularly commends the regional government of Tigray for its readiness to engage in negotiations, in line with a similar call made by the Federal Government of Ethiopia,” AU said.
“The Chairperson further urges both Parties to urgently work towards an immediate ceasefire, engage in direct talks, in an AU-led process that is inclusive of mutually agreed international partners.”
“The Chairperson reiterates the AU’s avowed longstanding and continued commitment towards a robust and credible peace process, founded on the commendable political courage displayed by both parties, which without delay, should help in delivering on the legitimate aspirations and supreme interests of all Ethiopians for peace, stability and sustainable development. At this critical juncture, the Chairperson calls on the international community to strengthen support to the ongoing AU-led peace process,” AU said in its statement.
In a related development, the European Union and the Government of the United States have also welcomed Tigray peoples Liberation Front (TPLF’s) Sunday statement in which it explained its readiness to commence peace talks with the Government of Ethiopia to end the ongoing deadly war.
The Regional Government of #TigrayDeclares its willingness to abide immediately by a cessation of hostilities, and to participate in the AU-led Peace Process.
All should seize this opportunity. Now.
EU is ready to help. #AUEU
— Josep Borrell Fontelles (@JosepBorrellF) September 12, 2022
Source: newbusinessethiopia
