Statement by the Embassy of Ethiopia Woyanne on Action by House Foreign Affairs Committee
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26 — The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Woyanne in Washington, DC, released this statement by Samuel Assefa, Ethiopia’s Woyanne Ambassador to the United States:
Ethiopia is a close ally of the United States in the fight against terrorism and efforts to promote regional stability in the Horn of Africa. It also is a country overcoming daunting challenges to build a new democracy while improving the economic fortunes of its 76 million people. Today a Congressional committee recklessly approved a measure undermining these efforts and the critical relationship with the U.S. The legislation would put in place sanctions consistent with measures taken by the U.S. only against dictatorships it has identified as its worst enemies around the world. Ethiopia Woyanne regards this as an unconscionable and irresponsible action by the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
The Committee approved HR 2003, sponsored by Donald M. Payne, D-N.J., which purports to encourage human rights and democracy in Ethiopia. This misguided bill would do neither.
There can be no misunderstanding about the serious effects of what a small group of Congress members have wrought. This bill ignores the context of what is happening in the region. Ethiopia faces a serious threat from its neighbor Eritrea — a country that the U.S. Department of State is considering listing as a state sponsor of terrorism, that has rejected democracy and a free press, and that provides no human rights to its citizens. [Woyanne is a threat to Ethiopia] Yet, rather than move against Eritrea, Mr. Payne chooses to condemn America’s democratic ally: Ethiopia.
Ethiopia Woyanne thanks the current U.S. administration for its continued support and carefully considered opposition to this legislation. It also welcomes the support of thoughtful Members of Congress, in the House and the Senate, who understand the reality of the Horn of Africa and recognize Ethiopia’s courageous commitment to democracy in one of the most dangerous regions in the world.
Ethiopia is the only African country never to suffer colonial rule. We are a proud and ancient civilization, always open to discussion and advice from our friends. But under no circumstances will Ethiopia accept what it regards as officious intermeddling by misinformed Members of Congress to intrude in our internal politics. [or else?]
My government gang encourages all political parties to engage in debate and non-violent democratic action under the rule of law and within the Ethiopian Woyanne legal system. This bill is a blatant effort to employ the U.S. Congress in support of a partisan Ethiopian political agenda.
The bill ignores the recent bold democratic dictatorial initiatives taken by our government, the immense progress in creating a competitive, pluralistic system of government and a more open civil society. These measures have rekindled hope and promoted interethnic harmony. We will not waiver from this course. This legislation, should it proceed further, will create fresh obstacles by emboldening those who seek confrontation rather than dialogue, encouraging politics of extremes.
Ethiopia is the strongest and most dependable U.S. ally in a region of strategic importance. It is baffling and deeply troubling that some members of Congress would want to condemn a longstanding friend with such an ill-conceived measure.
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SOURCE Embassy of Ethiopia
17 thoughts on “Woyanne cries foul; Calls U.S. Congress reckless”
Cry me a river, child killer.
You should have thought of the consequence when you sent your soldiers on a door to door killing spree. There is NO reason for HR 2003 to create tension between Ethiopia and the USA unless your gang is planning on another massacre.
idiot!
Only an enemy of this great country and its beautiful people would stand againest this bill. It is purely for the good of the people and for the advancement of Ethiopia regardless of who sponsored it or who approved it. If at all there is the Ethiopian Embassy should do or say is, Thank you. Unless the Embassy is not the Embassy
Ato Eliyas, I am an Ethiopian, I beilve Ato samuel is Ethiopian he choose to work for EPRDF that dose not make an Ethiopian. Woyene’s are Ethiopians you can not take that. Ethiopians are killing Ethiopians. It does not mater what label you put on the Woyene, Drerge, EPRDF they are all Ethiopians. we need a civilized discussion on the issue.
It is very tacky to change the wording on the embassy statement.
if woyanie claims to pursue a democratic sy stem, why is all this cry. after all this billl is all about democracy
Ethiopian says:
Cry me a river, child killer.
You should have thought of the consequence when you sent your soldiers on a door to door killing spree. There is NO reason for HR 2003 to create tension between Ethiopia and the USA unless your gang is planning on another massacre.
idiot!
Thanks ‘Ethiopian’ for your excellent remarks
what a great day for the true ethiopians and peace loving ppl aroun the world.
death to woyane
peace to the ppl of horn of africa.
Listen Little buchila … what you are saying: “Ethiopia faces a serious threat from its neighbor Eritrea — a country that the U.S. Department of State is considering listing as a state sponsor of terrorism, that has rejected democracy and a free press, and that provides no human rights to its citizens… Yet, rather than move against Eritrea, Mr. Payne chooses to condemn America’s democratic ally: Ethiopia.” Haleluya!!!
Is the cry for the good of Eritrea or it is the case of “what about him?” thing …
I don’t think anyone cares who is more democrate: Meles vs Isayas … give me a break.
You better be ready for your master is on his way here, New york. I hope he won’t fire you. Don’t ask him “what terrorism” means by the way? Ask him to to write a letter to these “reckless misinformed congressmen”. Or ask him to send you the copy of the Herald. Without him you guys can even “think straight” to go to the loo.
By the way, Jendai can say anything to get paid. I hope she won’t consider listing the woyanne tugs as terrorists. Her time is up soon.
Watch big Sammy … the world is unfolding on your face. You better think like chamelon …
cry baby cry!
Editor elias
It is correct that u have substituted Ethiopian embassy, by weyane, here the message is clear which means that the embassy does not represent all Ethiopians. I can go far by saying that even it does not represent the whole woyannes bcz the splintered woyannes (siye, gebru, aregash, bitew and the groups) are not part of it. Instead the embassy serves the interest of one man (Meles Zenawi the butcher of addis) The playboy samuel shame on him. His father was a skilled diplomat but he, at this crucial time he is working for a ruthless dictator who is aiming to destroy Ethiopia at any expense.
Folks, don’t blame Woyanne for whining. Artist Tilahun Gessese said long time ago:
‘Uh.Uh.Ta Ayaskefam Sileyu Tewad.do
Kezih Yebelete Keyet Yimta Merdo’ kkkkkk:):):):)
Nice day
It really amazes me that they openly cry like a baby. What a shame!! We all remember that they were saying “the Bill is dead on arrival, . . . .” But now when it becomes real they started sh%!#ing. Above all none of them expected that it will pass at this time. And what a VICTORY for KINIJIT for history was made in their presence.
I feel sorry for you Mr. “Ambassador” – I guess you need to start paying DLA Piper double $$$$ hahahahaha. It is obvious that Meles is going to be really mad at you and probably you will lose your job soon because you have proved yourself incompetent. So you have two options – one: to go back and join your buddy – Andreas Eshetie, two: join KIC – a council of loosers.
Think about it ahead of time and all the best.
I am very proud of Eliyas kifele of ER for his positive contribution of all opposition parties to unite aganist brutal woyanne but he does not play positive role to bring loser EPRP to unite with kinijit against common enmey.I am not Eprp or kinijit but i need to see strong opposition. I am not happy with eprp in fueling the problems within kinijit.
You are going to lose your job soon for incompetency and other “reasons.” You might even face jail time at home. You probably should support HR 2003 in case you might need it in the future for your own child-killer advocate self.
That is my advice to all the servants. Your future is not exactly guaranteed in Woyane Ethiopia. If I were you, Kinjit, other opposition parties, I would support the bill.
Otherwise you should remember nothing is guranteed in Woyane Ethiopia, including your own life.
Eliyas , I love your website .I checked ER atleast 5 or more times a day. you did a great job ER, but there is so much JOKE and negativity reflected on this site. Keep up the good job with less joke.
this messge for all people greeting ethiopian new year and ethiopian millinum celebretion
i have some message to woyane please please agree and aproched ethiopian oppostion party partener equalty the next 4TH election please dont killing ethiopian people
goog luck woyane and oppostion party
Ato asefa is nothing but a mercnery of tplf . if he is an ambasader of ethiopia he would have represent all ethiopians in the USA but he doesnt.I wish he was there to lisson members of congress discribing his TPLF AS MURDEROUS THUGS,LIARS AND OUT RIGHT THIVES. YOU ARE NOTHING BUT USELESS IDIOT.
Woyannes are pretending as if they are democrats. if so why not they accept the 8 points raised by Kinijit for discussion? There is no single word in HR 2003 too to be feared for those who believe in real democracy.
The reason why HR 2003 became a night mare for Woyanne is, because they washed their hands with the blood of innocent Ethiopian people.They will soon be brought to JUSTICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!