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Ethiopian PM puts ministers through military training

Ethiopian PM puts ministers through military training

Summary

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has put cabinet ministers and other senior officials through military training at the Hurso military training centre. He said military discipline could build leadership skills and support Ethiopia’s development, as the country faces conflicts and tensions with Eritrea.

Key Facts

  • Photos shared by Abiy show him taking part in exercises with ministers, deputy ministers and heads of government institutions.
  • Participants include House of Federation Speaker Muferiat Kamil, Finance Minister Fitsum Assefa and Health Minister Mekdes Daba.
  • The article does not say when the training began or how long it will last.
  • Abiy said military institutions teach discipline, patriotism, teamwork, accountability and leadership.
  • Ethiopia faces continued fighting in parts of Tigray, conflict in Amhara and insecurity in Oromia.
  • The training comes amid heightened tensions between Ethiopia and neighbouring Eritrea.
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