On account of the priceless nature of peace and security, African states, through their ministerial officials, of course, have been discussing peace at a conference organized under the theme “Building a Prosperous and Peaceful Africa,”in Addis Ababa.
In due course of ensuring peace and security in the Horn in particular and in the entire continent and beyond in general, Ethiopia has been playing a pivotal role in paving peaceful avenues and fostering tranquil processes. Yes, whenever Africa is committed to move in unison regarding all aspects centering peace and tranquility, making a difference can absolutely be at its door. Hence, all the countries have to be united in peace, be strong in security and develop firm dedication with a view to coming up with a stable continent luring other as it has what is needed like natural resources, untapped tourism potential, mesmerizing landscape, among others.
The Continental Peace Conference, in which over 400 participants drawn from some 22 countries across the continent are participating, has been underway, and will absolutely be paramount importance in creating unwavering and prosperous Africa. Thanks to these African countries representatives for their diligence to add value to the effort geared toward peace and tranquility as they participated in the grand continental peace conference, so did diplomats stationed in Addis Ababa and non-governmental organizations working in the peace sector.
Unequivocally, Ethiopia’s extensive experience in peacekeeping missions and its determination to ensure peace in itself and across the continent can be cited as an important milestone for making Africa secure. As the conference has served as a platform to showcase Ethiopia’s contribution to regional, continental and global peace, it has to be given due recognition and other African states should follow suit.
The commitment of Ethiopia for its positive contribution to peace and security in Africa and globally is being well accredited, in actual fact.
It is well recognized that Ethiopia’s significant contributions to the AU and the United Nations since 1951, particularly its leadership in peacekeeping missions in Somalia and other regions, has well been imprinted in bold manuscripts, and has become a good lesson for any country of the planet.
In fact, the urgent need for collaborative efforts among African nations so as to tackle escalating conflicts, the rise of armed groups and the alarming levels of food insecurity exacerbated by climate-related crises, has to be well intensified. Without a shadow of doubt, the growing geopolitical tensions could threaten Africa’s sovereignty and stability unless the continent is systematic and inquisitive in strengthening unity and fraternity against peace-loathing elements. The conference is seen as a pivotal moment for African nations to reaffirm their dedication to peace and security, with hopes for actionable outcomes that will help silence the guns and foster stability throughout Africa.
The conference should delve into topics that aim at bolstering continental security and enhancing tranquility among African nations by highlighting the importance of strengthening existing partnerships to combat regional as well as global security threats of all sorts.
The Continental peace conference being held in Addis Ababa has been showcasing Ethiopia’s commitment for making peaceful Africa via reinvigorating potential devices against Africa’s peace and security challenges. Therefore, conferences like this are instrumental in intensifying peace efforts and their proper implementation towards having a nonviolent continent.
The lessons drawn from each endeavor to ensure peace and security should be well exhibited so as not to repeat similar mistakes. Such an audacious approach is of significantly useful in saving the continent from the vicious circle of conflict and instability. The peace effort thus let fellow Africans to engage in productive development activities. In so doing, Ethiopia will remain pioneer and active game changer in due course of ensuring peace in Africa working along with other African nations.
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD TUESDAY 26 NOVEMBER 2024
