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The American Ethiopian Public Affairs Committee (AEPAC) hosted a critical US Congressional briefing on the Ethiopian crisis
American Ethiopian Public Affairs Committee held a congressional briefing. The American Ethiopian Public Affairs Committee (AEPAC) hosted a critical US Congressional briefing on the Ethiopian
AEPAC’s Statement on UN Commission on Human Rights in Ethiopia’s Report
We are puzzled by the UN Commission on Human Rights in Ethiopia’s report. It is full of contradictions, there is a desperate lack of data
AEPAC’s Statement on U.S. Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Hammer’s Work in Ethiopia
“The recognition of the humanitarian situation in Afar and Amhara as well as Tigray, the explicit support for the African Union peace process, and the
AEPAC has officially endorsed former Congresswoman Donna Edwards of MD Congressional District 4, as she is a great friend of Ethiopia. We respectfully ask for your support.
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AEPAC’s Response to the “Building on Steps to End the Conflict in Ethiopia” Statement from the Secretary of State
AEPAC Chairman Mesfin Tegenu: “We welcome Secretary Blinken’s statement and acknowledgment of the efforts the Ethiopian Government is making in the pursuit of peace. We
HR600 and S3199 have not been paused, both bills are continuing through the normal legislative process
It is vital the American Ethiopian community and our supporters continue the campaign to stop these bills becoming law. After 18 months of a devastating
A statement in response to today’s Amnesty report – April 6, 2022
The conflict in Northern Ethiopia has been painful and heart-breaking for all Ethiopians. That is why all efforts, including those by the United States, should
Response to Ethiopia Peace and Democracy Promotion Act of 2021 Statement from AEPAC Chairman Mesfin Tegenu – March 30, 2022
Last week, following a visit by US Envoy David Satterfield, the Ethiopian Government announced a unilateral and indefinite humanitarian truce. But now, the Senate Committee
Response to Senator Menendez’s press statement – March 22, 2022
The American Ethiopian community remains disappointed and outraged that Senator Menendez continues to espouse propaganda put forth by a terrorist organization that is bent on
AEPAC Statement on EHRC’s call for a Criminal Investigation – March 15, 2022
AEPAC fully supports the call by the Ethiopian Human Rights Commission for a criminal investigation into the reports of a person being burnt alive in
Reports of Atrocities in the Amhara Region – United States Department of State – February 24, 2022
We are pleased to see the State Department finally open its eyes to the atrocities being committed by the TPLF. Their aggression is the block
Ethiopia: Tigrayan forces murder, rape, and pillage in attacks on civilians in Amhara towns – February 16, 2022 Amnesty International
Ethiopia: Tigrayan forces murder, rape and pillage in attacks on civilians in Amhara towns February 16, 2022Amnesty International Fighters affiliated with the Tigrayan People’s Liberation
Help Oppose the Malinowski Bill – February 11, 2022
Be a voice for the voiceless and help us oppose the Malinowski Bill. It only takes a few seconds to act, but you can make
Someone has to break the silence about the one-sided international approach to the war – GIVES THE US BLAME AND RESPONSIBILITY ETHIOPIA – By Pernille Solheim
TWISTED: Is Abiy Ahmed the world’s worst head of state? Researcher Ann Fitz-Gerald, believes that the Western understanding of the Ethiopian war is shamefully unvarnished.
Ethiopia’s Aby Ahmed holds ‘Candid’ Conversations with US President Joe Biden By Joseph Haboush – January 10, 2022 (Source: Al Arabiya English)
Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed holds ‘candid’ conversation with US President Joe Biden The US president also voiced concern over recent airstrikes and the killing of civilians.
Statement on the TPLF’s Withdrawal – December 22, 2021
“The conflict in Ethiopia has reached a critical moment. The TPLF facing defeat has withdrawn deep into Tigray. The destruction, pain and fear they have
Call to Action: Save Ethiopia from Being Delisted from AGOA – December 20, 2021
On January 1, 2022, the Biden Administration plans to do the unthinkable: delist Ethiopia from AGOA, throwing the nation into poverty and destabilizing the livelihoods
AEPAC’s Statement on the Formation of a New UN Investigative Commission
We strongly believe the international community must do more to investigate and stop the TPLF’s continuing atrocities, particularly in the Afar and Amhara regions. We
AEPAC statement on the UNHRC Special Session
This special session must set out to address the crimes committed by the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) in the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia. Following
Press Release: Launching of the MD State Election Campaign Committee – AEPAC December 9, 2021
Open Letter to Secretary Blinken – December 1, 2021
An Open Letter to Secretary Blinken United States Secretary of State Antony BlinkenDepartment of State2201 C St., NWWashington, DC 205201st December 2021 Dear Secretary
Ethiopian Americans Made the Difference for the Republicans in Virginia – AEPAC Press Release – November 3, 2021
AEPAC Chairman Statement on Joint Commission Report of the Investigation on Human Rights in Tigray – November 3, 2021
“This joint investigation has helped build an important understanding of the reality on the ground during the early stages of the conflict. There has been an immense amount of misinformation
Ethiopian textile industry at risk if U.S. suspends trade deal over Tigray war By Dawit Endeshaw October 28, 2021 (Source-Rueters)
Ethiopian textile industry at risk if U.S. suspends trade deal over Tigray war By Dawit Endeshaw (Source: Reuters) ADDIS ABABA, Oct 28 (Reuters) –
Ethiopian Parliament Confirms Abiy Ahmed as Prime Minister – By Dawit Endeshaw (Reuters) October 4, 2021
Ethiopian parliament confirms Abiy Ahmed as prime minister By Dawit Endeshaw ADDIS ABABA, Oct 4 (Reuters) – Ethiopia’s parliament confirmed incumbent Abiy Ahmed as
Make sure Ethiopian-American voices are heard – 03 October 2021
AEPAC is committed to making sure that Ethiopian-American voices are heard in our democratic process. The deadline to register is the 12th of October. Don’t
Keep Ethiopia in AGOA: take action to protect Ethiopian jobs – 28 September 2021
At AEPAC, we have become highly concerned that the United States is planning to remove Ethiopia from The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). The Act
76th Session of the UN General Assembly Statement by Demeke Mekonnen Deputy PM/Foreign Minister of Ethiopia – 24 September 2021
Accused by agenda-and-revenue driven media, convicted by misguided politics, we are now facing a unilateral coercive measure. Ethiopia opposed coercive measures, when it was applied
Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md) Statement on Ongoing Situation in Ethiopia – September 10, 2021
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 VAN HOLLEN STATEMENT ON ONGOING SITUATION IN ETHIOPIA Today, U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) released the following statement regarding the
Press Release- President Biden should rescind its Executive Order regarding the crisis in Ethiopia – September 17, 2021 Ethiopian American Civic Council
President Biden Should rescind its Executive Order Regarding the Crisis in Ethiopia September 17, 2021 The Ethiopian American Civic Council strongly objects to President Joe
An Open Letter to President Joseph R. Biden Jr. From the Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia – September 17, 2021 Addis Ababa
An Open Letter to President Joseph R. Biden Jr. Dear Mr. President, As I write this open letter to you, it comes at a time
Executive Order on Imposing Sanctions on Certain Persons With Respect to the Humanitarian and Human Rights Crisis in Ethiopia September 17, 2021 The White House
Executive Order on Imposing Sanctions on Certain Persons With Respect to the Humanitarian and Human Rights Crisis in Ethiopia SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • PRESIDENTIAL ACTIONS
Executive Order on the Crisis in Ethiopia – Statement by USAID Administrator Samantha Power September 17, 2021 USAID
EXECUTIVE ORDER ON THE CRISIS IN ETHIOPIA Statement by USAID Administrator Samantha Power For Immediate Release Friday, September 17, 2021Office of Press Relationspress@usaid.gov Today, President
Press Statement – Archbishops of the North American Dioceses of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church September 19, 2021 Washington D.C.
We, the undersigned Archbishops of the North American Dioceses of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church have completed a two-day working visit to Washington DC from
The Punitive Use of AGOA Benefits September 12, 2021 By Gregory Simpkins (Source-Africa Rising 21st Century)
“Ethiopia has a large domestic market of over 110 million people, making it the second most populous country in Africa after Nigeria. Over the last
The US is hindering the journey to peace in Ethiopia – September 08, 2021 (Source: Washington Examiner)
As leaders of Ethiopia’s faith communities in the U.S., we appeal to President Joe Biden and his government to reconsider their current policy stance and enter a
Let’s not make things worse for Ethiopia – By Tibebu Assefa, September 1, 2021. (Source: Foreign Policy News)
I know first-hand the importance of economic ties between Ethiopia and the United States. And in all of this, the African Growth and Opportunity Act
Mr. Sean Jones, USAID Ethiopia Mission Director Interview with Ethiopian Broadcasting Corporation (EBC) – August 30, 2021
“I always love to talk about the history of U.S. assistance here, because frankly this is the largest aid program in the entire world. It
TPLF incursion into Amhara, Afar affects 4.5 million people – 28 August 2021 (Source: The Reporter)
TPLF incursion into Amhara, Afar affects 4.5 mln people 28 August 2021By Sisay Sahlu Following TPLF’s recent incursion into the Amhara and Afar regional states,
Statement on “an open call by African intellectuals for urgent action on Ethiopia” August 29, 2021 By Global Ethiopian Scholars Initiatives
Recently a group that calls itself African intellectuals issued an open statement to take urgent action in reference to conflict in Tigray region of Ethiopia
Letter: Context is vital for the Tigray confict By Mesfin Tegene AEPAc Chair – Financial Times July 29, 2021
Letter: Context is Vital for the Tigray conflict From Mesfir Tegenu, Executive chair of the American-E’hiopian Public Affairs Committee, CIaymont, DE, USJuly 29 2021 The
AEPAC Chairman Letter on TPLF Child Soldiers to Blinken, Menendez, Risch, Meeks, Bass, McCaul, Smith, Van Hollen, Rounds & Guterres – July 18, 2021
19th July 2021Anthony J. BlinkenSecretary of StateU.S. Department of StateWashington, D.C. Dear Secretary Blinken,As the Executive Chairman of the American Ethiopian Public Affairs Committee (AEPAC),
AEPAC Open Letter to Members of Congress to Put Pressure on TPLF to Agree on Ceasefire
Dear member, Today, in partnership with 13 other diaspora organizations, AEPAC has sent an open letter calling on the United States to put pressure on the
AEPAC News: The US and Ethiopia are at critical but not impassable crossroads – Mesfin Tegenu, June 21, 2021
The U.S. and Ethiopia are at critical but not impassable crossroads – perspective by Mesfin TegenuJune 21, 2021 Mesfin Tegenu is the Executive Chairman of
Ethiopian Government addresses Human Rights violations in Tigray
The Ethiopian Embassy in Washington DC issued a statement entitled “Decisive Actions Taken by the Government of the Federal Republic of Ethiopia to Stabilize the
TPLF terrorized civilians and carried out killings of Tigray
Ethiopia says 22 regional officials killed by Tigray rebels JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Rebels have killed 22 officials of the war-hit Tigray region’s interim administration,
“Egyptian Foreign Minister assured Egyptians that the second filling of the GERD will not impact Egyptian our interests”
As written in the ‘Egypt Independent’ on May 19, 2021: View article…
US Ethiopia Launch New $2.2 B Productive Safety Net Program
The PSNP was first established with U.S. support in 2005. As the largest donor, USAID’s contribution accounts for over $550 million. PhotoÖ US Embassy. Addis
Briefing with Assistant Secretary for African Affairs Tibor P. Nagy and U.S. Ambassador to Ethiopia Michael A. Raynor on the Situation in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region
U.S.,ETHIOPIA LAUNCH NEW $2.2 B PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROGRAM
Ethiopia’s Tigray Crisis: How a Soldier survived an 11-hour gun battle
U.S.,ETHIOPIA LAUNCH NEW $2.2 B PRODUCTIVE SAFETY NET PROGRAM
Ethiopia: Investigation reveals evidence that scores of civilians were killed in massacre in Tigray State
The second filling of the GERD will not impact our interests, assures Egypt’s FM Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry reassured Egyptians that second filling of