PM Reaffirms Commitment To Peace, Dialogue In Tigray

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) underscored the federal government’s unwavering dedication to resolving conflicts through dialogue and reconciliation, highlighting ongoing efforts to address the political, economic, and humanitarian challenges in Tigray.

Following a meeting with a delegation composed of Tigrayan religious leaders; civil society representatives and elders this week, the PM emphasized that lasting peace can only be achieved through mutual understanding and collaborative action, rather than conflict.

In a recent parliamentary appearance, the PM called on religious leaders to actively mediate and prevent further conflict between the federal government and forces in Tigray, emphasizing the critical role of faith-based peacebuilding in averting another devastating war.

Following that, the PM announced that the government had engaged in a “fruitful” dialogue with representatives from Tigray in a social media post on July 18, 2025.

His statement focused on critical issues such as displaced persons, the political situation, and economic recovery of Tigray.

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“In our history, lasting peace has never been achieved through conflict and war, nor can it be. However, peace achieved through dialogue, mutual understanding, and give-and-take is firmly rooted,” he stated, reinforcing the administration’s preference for diplomacy over confrontation.

The Prime Minister also stated that their discussions covered the Pretoria Peace Agreement and identified shortcomings in its implementation.

According to him, they addressed how to resolve these issues and prevent future errors.

“We are discussing how to address observed shortcomings, avoid repeating mistakes, and correct improper expressions or wordings, as well as take practical actions to ensure Tigray recovers from the ravages of war,” reads his post.

He also pledged to collaborate closely with Tigray’s interim administration and other stakeholders to restore normalcy.

“We reaffirm our commitment to working closely with the federal government, the people, the interim administration, and other relevant stakeholders to create conditions for Tigray to return to normalcy in terms of politics, security, and economy,” the Prime Minister affirmed.

Earlier this week, a delegation of religious leaders travelled to Tigray for consultations with TPLF officials, responding to the PM’s appeal.