U.S. reiterates continued support for Ethiopia’s justice sector reforms

Addis Ababa, April 28, 2021 (FBC) – President of the Supreme Court of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Meaza Ashenafi discussed with Ambassador of the U.S. Geeta Pasi on the justice secotr.

On the occasion, the U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia, Geeta Pasi reiterated the commitment of her government to continue support, collaboration, and assistance for Ethiopia’s justice sector reforms.

Ambassador Pasi acknowledged and appreciated the Supreme Court’s reform efforts for the independence of the judiciary and confirmed the continued partnership between Ethiopia and the United States.

The Supreme Court President, Meaza Ashenafi, to her part, said the discussion which was fruitful, adding that issues related to USAID support, ways to address gender based violence and gender party issues, challenges and opportunities to strengthen the longstanding relationship between Ethiopia and the U.S. are among the topics covered.