DPM Demeke calls on Diaspora to support peace, development efforts besides resisting external pressures

Addis Ababa, February 11, 2022 (FBC) – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Demeke Mekonnen called on Ethiopians in the Diaspora to support peace and development efforts besides resisting undue external pressures.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister made the call during his meeting with members of the U.S based ‘Peace and Unity Taskforce’ in his office.

Peace and Unity Taskforce is a group that contributed a lot to coordinating and leading the #NoMore movement across North America.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister recalled how some corners in the international community had colluded with destabilizers at the home front, threatening the peace and stability of the country.

However, he said Ethiopians, people of Ethiopian origin, and friends of Ethiopia played pivotal roles in curbing such attempts and resisting undue external pressures gathered under the umbrella of the #NoMore Movement.

He underlined the immediate and long-lasting benefits of creating solidarity among Ethiopians in defending the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country.

In this regard, Demeke appreciated all the efforts of Ethiopians in the Diaspora, including the Taskforce, exerted to protect the interests of Ethiopia.

He finally underscored the need to support the ongoing efforts of the Ethiopian government in building lasting peace and development in the country.