In the first place the state-created Ethiopian Human Rights Commission and other reputable human rights advocates have well documented the government’s involvement in atrocities, which it has occasionally admitted to and vowed to address. Ethiopia’s engagement with the United States, a global superpower, is crucial for a variety of reasons, spanning political, economic, security, and humanitarian concerns. Constructive ties between the two countries can promote sustainable development, address regional challenges, and advance shared interests in areas such as peace and security, human rights, and economic prosperity. If Ethiopia values the friendship of the U.S. it must avoid the kind of defensiveness it displayed by chiding the latter’s ambassador. After all a true ally is someone who gives one an honest opinion, not just tell it what it wants to hear.

Source: Ethiopian News May 18, 2024 07:25 UTC