State, Government, Ruling Party, and Party Leader = One Man
Why State , Government , Ruling Party , and Party Leader Converge In Ethiopia? The observation that in Ethiopia the State , Government , Ruling Party , and Party Leader often appear indistinguishable is not only perceptive but also reflects a critical challenge of authoritarian or hegemonic governance systems. Let’s break this down with Ethiopian context and political theory: 🔍 Definitions First (in General Terms): Term General Meaning State FEDERAL DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ETHIOPIA (FDRE): Permanent institutions that exercise sovereign authority (courts, army, civil service). Government GOVERNMENT of FDRE: The current administration that runs the state (temporary, more of political executive). Ruling Party PROSPERITY PARTY (PP): The political party that wins elections and forms the government. Party Leader ABIY AHMED PM of FDRE (DEFACTO PRESIDENT...