Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Addis Standard2
Published on 2024-03-14 12:24:32
The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) recently expressed concerns over the erosion of trust with the federal government due to the inadequate implementation of key provisions outlined in the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (CoHA). This statement was released following the convening of the First Strategic Review Meeting on the implementation of the CoHA, which took place on March 11, 2024, at the African Union premises in Addis Ababa.
The purpose of this meeting, as outlined by the African Union’s Political Affairs Peace and Security Commission, was to undertake strategic reflection and bolster crucial aspects of the Ethiopian Peace Process. These aspects include humanitarian aid, Disarmament, Demobilization, and Reintegration (DDR), as well as rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts.
In a statement released on March 13, 2024, the TPLF provided a thorough report on the actions taken since the signing of the Pretoria Peace Agreement in November 2022, and the challenges encountered over the past year. The TPLF emphasized the negative consequences of unresolved agreements, which not only prolong the suffering of the population but also contribute to a lack of trust in the federal government.
While the TPLF has pledged allegiance to the Pretoria Peace Agreement, they stress the importance of collective efforts to honor the agreement’s provisions in order to restore confidence and achieve lasting peace in the region. The party acknowledges that there have been some positive developments, such as the cessation of hostilities and the reopening of public service facilities in Tigray. However, they point out that significant elements of the agreement have yet to be addressed.
One of the key concerns raised by the TPLF is the non-disbursement of both recurrent and capital budgets for the 2021/2022 fiscal year. This has led to difficulties such as the inability to pay government employees and pensioners their salaries. Additionally, the TPLF notes that critical components of the agreement, such as the withdrawal of Eritrean and Amhara forces from specific regions of Tigray, have not been fully realized.
Following the First Strategic Review Meeting, the African Union announced that both parties had agreed to conduct comprehensive consultations aimed at advancing peace, security, and stability in the Tigray region. They also committed to maintaining regular consultations and convening in a similar format within the next few months.
In conclusion, the TPLF’s concerns regarding the implementation of the CoHA highlight the challenges and obstacles that continue to hinder progress towards lasting peace and stability in the Tigray region. It is essential for all parties involved to work together in good faith to address these issues and ensure the well-being of the population.
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