On Boycotting Ethiopian Airelines

                               

                               The flag carrier Ethiopian, Google picture

Within the context of non-violent peaceful struggle for freedom and democracy in Ethiopia, April 2012 saw debates on economic boycotting. Some 12 media organizations, for instance, call for an all encompassing  boycott of organizations affiliated with and sympathetic to the regime in Ethiopia. The major target of the boycott has been Ethiopian Airlines, henceforth called Ethiopian. I was following the discussions with keen to 'see' how and to what extent the general public, particularly the Diaspora, react to the boycott calls. Unfortunately, the debate has never crossed April- I am not seeing any further dialogues on the topic. 

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My blog, Abyss, is about virtually every aspect of life and living in Ethiopia. My personal  experiences and views on topical social, cultural, economical, educational, political, and religious issues will be shared, taking a completely non-partisan position. This with a goal of stimulating fruitful discussions, which might in the end positively contribute to democratic conceptions and practices. 

Anyone who has worthwhile ideas, insights, reflections, commentaries, analyses, data, information, and/or criticisms on all issues Ethiopia faces is most welcome to publish at this blog. As its name indicates, this blog is an incredibly immeasurable virtual space that champions absolute intellectual freedom and free expression. There is no moderation/censorship by me of your inputs. That means, you yourself judge the quality and ethical standard of your own contributions such as comments! 

My wishes to my beautiful country Ethiopia:

• Absolute Freedom
• Justice
• Rule of Law, and 
• Equitable and Sustainable Growth and Development!

All my commentaries emerge from my urge to see Ethiopia enjoying these fundamental human rights! 

Teklu Abate
Oslo