Op/Ed
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Sovereignty’s Illusion: Deciphering Mogadishu’s political theatre and erroneous stratagems
President Hassan Sheik addressed the topic of the Somali Region of Ethiopia, depicting it as an enduring territorial dispute (Photo:…
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Ashenda: The importance of honoring cultural heritage in its authentic form
Girls celebrating the Ashenda festival in Tigray, 2024 (Photo: Tigrai Television) By Abdisa Kalbesa Addis Abeba – Throughout history, diverse…
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Ethiopia’s unprecedented macroeconomic reform and future uncertainties
The local currency value fell by 100% two weeks into the forex regime reform (Illustration: Addis Standard) By Adunya Zerihun…
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Strategic Sanctions: A Necessary Evil for Peacemaking in Ethiopia
(Picture: Gemini generated) By Alula Nerea Author’s Note: The motive of this proposition is not to harm the national interest…
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Navigating Complex Geopolitics of the Horn: The Ethiopia-Somaliland MoU and Regional Dynamics
Residents in Somaliland celebrating Ethiopia-Somailand MoU in January 2024 (Photo: Social Media) By Hamidi Jama Introduction The Horn of Africa…
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Misplaced Priorities: Infrastructure gains amid political, humanitarian challenges
Addis Abeba’s corridor development has provided citizens with access to parks and recreational areas that promote physical activity and social…
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Echoes of Mekelle: TPLF factions and the quest for legitimacy after Tigray War
Tensions rise in Tigray as infighting between two factions of the TPLF escalates (Photo: GREAT AFRICA/Facebook) By Weldeslassie Hailai Abera…
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Punitive measures will not stabilize fore-ex market induced panic in product market
On 03 August 2024 alone, Addis Abeba Trade Bureau in collaboration with Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration reported shutting…
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Critique of Ethiopia’s Macroeconomic Policy: A Comparative Analysis
The exchange rate of the USD has surged from approximately 57 ETB to between 91 and 100 ETB, reflecting a…
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Ethiopia’s Foreign Currency Market Liberalization: Does the move meet Ethiopia’s long-term economic goals?
The value of Birr fell by approximately 60% since the announcement of shift into market-based forex regime (Photo: Sinqe Bank/Facebook)…
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