Islamabad (TDI): The book “Medemer Generation”, authored by Dr. Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of Ethiopia, has been formally added to the diverse collection of the National Library of Pakistan (NLP) under the “African Corner Initiative” of the Government of Pakistan.
Dr. Jemal Beker, Special Envoy and Ambassador Extraordinary of Ethiopia to Pakistan, formally presented multiple copies of the book to Raja Javed Iqbal, Director General of the National Library, during a formal handing over ceremony organized here in Islamabad at the NLP.
The book is the third edition of the “Medemer” series authored by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, elucidating his “Medemer” philosophy, which signifies togetherness, inter-generational collaboration, and synergy.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Dr. Jemal Beker expressed his gratitude to the government of Pakistan for taking such a significant initiative, which will eventually forge a strong bond and connection between the two countries through cultural exchanges.
The envoy also underscored the core message of the book and the Medemer philosophy, which embodies a practical approach of inter-generational connectivity, solidarity and togetherness.
He said, “‘Medemer Generation” emphasizes our collective duty to nurture a responsible and capable generation that can carry forward a positive legacy from the previous generations.
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“We believe sharing these ideas contributes to the bridge of understanding between Ethiopia and Pakistan.”
He said that this philosophy serves as a guiding principle for Ethiopia’s contemporary reforms and development strategy, stressing cooperation, inter-generational responsibility, and building a prosperous future.
The envoy cited landmark Ethiopian initiatives guided by the ‘Medemer’ philosophy, including the Green Legacy Initiative, the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, and agricultural self-sufficiency programs (like ‘Ye Lemat Tirufat,’ often translated as ‘Bounty of the Basket’), as examples reflecting Ethiopia’s commitment to development, regional integration, and pan-Africanism.
Director General of the National Library, Raja Javed, said it was an honor for the National Library to add the book of Dr. Abiy Ahmed to our collection, making it available to scholars, students, and the public.
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“This initiative will not only offer valuable insights to the youth of the country into modern Ethiopia’s political and social philosophy but also facilitate the cultural exchanges between the two countries,” he added.