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Gedu Andargachew used to be president of the Amhara regional state. He was also one of the key figures in forging the coalition that was known as “Oromara_” -a coalition of ethnic Amhara and ethnic Oromos – that brought down the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) ruthless rule. He has also served as Minister for Foreign Affairs briefly, and later a security advisor to Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

In a parliamentary session, Monday, which was called to ratify the state of emergency measure that is imposed in the Amhara region, Gedu vehemently opposed the political and military campaigns of Abiy Ahmed’s government against the Amhara region.

Take a listen to what he had to say.

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Addis Ababa, July 25, 2020 (FBC) – Foreign Affairs Minister, Gedu Andargachew said the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam has brought Ethiopians together towards a common understanding.

Ethiopian Embassy in India has organized a video conference involging participation of Ambassador of Ethiopia to Asian and Oceania countries and diplomatic members under the theme ‘Status of the negotiation on GERD and the way forward”.

While addressing the video conference involving Ethiopian Ambassadors in Asian and Oceania countries, Foreign Minister Gedu noted GERD is a flagship project that has been addressing national consensus issues in the nation since its conception in 2001.

“GERD has a paramount significance to step up social and economic development reforms in the Education, Agriculture, Health, Industrial Park and Job Creation endeavors,”, Gedu stressed.

Recalling that Egypt was trying to force Ethiopia to accept colonial area agreements rejecting its rights on Nile Waters, Gedu underlined that negotiation could have been finalized in their early stages with win-win results if  downstream countries accepted nation’s amicable approach.

“Future development of the dam needs a great deal of diplomatic efforts to clarify Ethiopia’s reasonable stance on GERD to the rest of the world,” Gedu noted, adding “All Ethiopians, especially those who are living abroad in the academic sphere have to brief the world on Ethiopia’s reasonable position on Nile through publications and other media outlets.”

Responding to queries raised by diplomatic members who took part in the Video Conference, Water, Irrigation and Energy Minister, Dr. Sileshi Bekele, said Ethiopia has drawn many constructive lessons from previous ups and downs regarding building and diplomatic issues related to GERD.

Dr. Sileshi shared Gedu’s comment on future efforts saying “GERD issues need much more diplomatic effor

Gedu Andargachew Bio

Gedu Andargachew is a prominent Ethiopian politician who has made significant contributions to the country's political landscape. He is known for his leadership roles within the Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front (EPRDF) and the Amhara Democratic Party (ADP). Gedu has served as the President of the Amhara Regional State, one of the nine ethnically based regional states in Ethiopia. His political career has spanned several decades, during which he has been involved in various governmental positions and has worked towards advancing the interests of the Amhara people.

Gedu Andargachew's leadership in the Amhara region has been characterized by efforts to promote economic development, social cohesion, and political stability. He has been instrumental in implementing policies that aim to address the region's challenges and improve the quality of life for its residents. As President of the Amhara Regional State, Gedu has been at the forefront of initiatives to boost agricultural productivity, enhance infrastructure, and promote good governance.

In addition to his regional responsibilities, Gedu Andargachew has also been a key figure in national politics. He has been actively involved in the EPRDF, a coalition of political parties that governed Ethiopia for nearly three decades. Gedu's influence within the EPRDF and his leadership within the ADP have positioned him as a significant political figure in Ethiopia, with the potential to shape the country's future direction.

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Gravity dam in Ethiopia

Dam in Guba, Benishangul-Gumuz Region