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Ethiopia's Progress & Heritage Preservation Lauded at Prosperity Party Congress, State Media Reports

18:29, 2 February 2025
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On December 1, 2019, Ethiopia's new Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, who took office in April 2018, announced the formation of the Prosperity Party as the successor to the Ethiopian People's Revolutionary Democratic Front in an attempt to distance the country's politics from ethnic federalism.
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Attendees of the Prosperity Party's Second Congress praised Ethiopia's progress and dedication to heritage preservation, state media reported.
Political leaders and representatives of parties highlighted the "incredible" transformation of Addis Ababa, particularly the infrastructure and Unity Park. They also mentioned the "extremely impressive" National Palace and the city's overall development.
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