26/10/2018 (Agence Europe) – On Thursday 25 October, the EU welcomed the appointment of Ms Sahle-Work Zewde as President of the Republic of Ethiopia. This "is yet another sign of Ethiopia's path towards reform and internal cohesion. Ms Sahle-Work Zewde brings with her strong experience and an internationally renowned stature as a highly accomplished diplomat, along with her commitment to peace and democracy", the spokesperson for the European External Action Service (EEAS) stated in a press release. The EU is also pleased that Prime Minister Abiy has nominated a cabinet "with gender parity", and that two women leaders hold "key positions" – Aisha Mohammed as Minister of Defense and Mufuriat Kami in the new position of Minister of Peace. The EU gives assurances of its continued support to the country's reform efforts. (AN)