Federal Minister of Peace Visits the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Ethiopia (CBCE) welcomed H.E. Mr. Musa Adem Omer, Minister of Peace of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, for a courtesy visit and fraternal dialogue with His Excellency Abune Tesfaselassie Tadesse, Archbishop of Addis Ababa and President of the CBCE, together with senior Church leaders and officials.

The meeting reaffirmed the longstanding partnership between the Catholic Church and the Ministry of Peace in advancing reconciliation, social harmony, and the common good. The meeting brought together representatives of the Ethiopian Catholic Church, the Ministry of Peace, and the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia to strengthen collaboration in peacebuilding, dialogue, reconciliation, and national cohesion.

In his address, Minister Musa Adem Omer underscored the indispensable role of faith communities in fostering peace, healing divisions, and strengthening national unity. He affirmed that the ongoing collaboration between the Ministry of Peace and the Catholic Church will continue and be further strengthened. Recalling his previous engagement with His Eminence Cardinal Berhaneyesus Demerew Souraphiel on dialogue and peace initiatives, the Minister noted that the current realities facing the nation call for renewed commitment, deeper reflection, and greater cooperation among all stakeholders.

His Excellency Abune Tesfaselassie Tadesse welcomed the Minister and wished him a fruitful tenure of service. He highlighted the strong and constructive relationship that has been built between the Catholic Church and the Ministry of Peace over the years, through the Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia and through direct communication and cooperation between the two institutions.

The Archbishop noted that these collaborative efforts have significantly contributed to promoting dialogue, mutual understanding, reconciliation, and peace across the country.

Also speaking during the meeting, Dr. Kairedin Tezera, State Minister of Peace, commended the valuable contributions of religious institutions to Ethiopia’s development and stability. He particularly acknowledged the Catholic Church’s longstanding service in the fields of education, healthcare, and social development, describing its contributions as a model of dedicated service to the common good.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to deepen cooperation between the Ministry of Peace and the Ethiopian Catholic Bishops’ Conference in advancing peace, reconciliation, and sustainable development throughout Ethiopia.