Tigray Herald፡November 15,2024 (Mekele)
Call to Action for Tigrayans: Attend the Chatham House Meeting on Illicit Gold Mining in Ethiopia
The internationally renowned Chatham House – International Affairs Think Tank is organizing a critical meeting to discuss the pressing issue of illicit gold mining and its exacerbating role in Ethiopia’s conflicts, including the illegal exploitation of Tigray’s gold resources. This meeting highlights the severe regional and international security concerns posed by these activities, involving multiple actors and escalating into a significant threat that can no longer be ignored.
We urge all Tigrayans, regardless of political affiliations, to actively participate in this event. This is a pivotal opportunity for scholars, media professionals, civic organizations, religious institutions, and political representatives to raise critical questions, present ground realities, and challenge policymakers on this urgent issue. This platform has the potential to shape and influence Great Britain’s foreign policy strategy towards Ethiopia and Tigray.
Why This Meeting is Important
Expose Illicit Activities: Highlight the illegal exploitation of Tigray’s gold mines and its implications for the region’s stability and economic sovereignty.
Challenge Policymakers: Present evidence and critical questions to policymakers to hold them accountable and urge action against these activities.
Influence Policy: Use this platform to shape international perspectives, policies, and actions regarding the ongoing exploitation and conflicts in Tigray.
Raise Awareness: Amplify Tigray’s voice through media and institutional representation to ensure global recognition of the issue.
How to Attend
Chatham House Online Meetings and Events are powered by Zoom. Follow these steps to join:
Visit the Chatham House Website: Navigate to the “Events” section to find the meeting details.
Join with Meeting ID: Use the provided Meeting ID to access the session.
Configure Your Account: Ensure your Zoom account is set up and ready for participation.
Choose Your Mode of Attendance: Participate virtually or in person, depending on your availability.
Suggestions and Advice for Participants
Prepare Well-Crafted Questions: Structure your questions to reflect the reality in Tigray today. Use clear, concise, and evidence-based arguments.
Represent Your Institution: If you are a member of a media organization, academic institution, civic group, or religious body, introduce yourself as such during the meeting.
Leverage the Platform: Highlight the seriousness of the issue and push for actionable outcomes.
Special Call to Tigrayan Media and Academia
If you are the owner of a media outlet or a blogger, attend the meeting using your media’s name. For academics and scholars, particularly those from Tigrayan-led institutions, your participation is crucial to provide in-depth analyses and insights.
The World Works Through Institutions – Use This Platform
This meeting is a rare opportunity to bring global attention to the illicit exploitation of Tigray’s resources and the broader implications for regional security. Let us make our voices heard and ensure that Tigray’s realities are brought to the forefront of international policy discussions.
Take action, join the discussion, and help influence the world’s understanding and response to these critical issues.
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Chatham House Africa
@AfricaProg
Upcoming event | ‘Addressing illegal gold mining: International policy priorities’ with
@GoldCouncil
Speakers include:
→
@DominicRaab
, Head of Global Affairs,
@AppianCapital
; Former Deputy Prime Minister, United Kingdom (2021-2022)
→
@HelenClarkNZ
, President,
@ChathamHouse
→
@AhmedSolHoA
, Senior Research Fellow,
@AfricaProg
→ Brad Brooks-Rubin, Partner, Arktouros PLLC
→
@Luca_Maiotti
, Policy Analyst,
@OECD
Centre for Responsible Business Conduct
→
@MarcenaHunter
, Director of Extractives,
@GI_TOC
#CHAfrica #Mining #Extractives #Gold
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Call to Action for Tigrayans: Attend the Chatham House Meeting on Illicit Gold Mining in Ethiopia
The internationally renowned Chatham House – International Affairs Think Tank is organizing a critical meeting to discuss the pressing issue of illicit gold mining and its exacerbating role in Ethiopia’s conflicts, including the illegal exploitation of Tigray’s gold resources. This meeting highlights the severe regional and international security concerns posed by these activities, involving multiple actors and escalating into a significant threat that can no longer be ignored.
We urge all Tigrayans, regardless of political affiliations, to actively participate in this event. This is a pivotal opportunity for scholars, media professionals, civic organizations, religious institutions, and political representatives to raise critical questions, present ground realities, and challenge policymakers on this urgent issue. This platform has the potential to shape and influence Great Britain’s foreign policy strategy towards Ethiopia and Tigray.
Why This Meeting is Important
Expose Illicit Activities: Highlight the illegal exploitation of Tigray’s gold mines and its implications for the region’s stability and economic sovereignty.
Challenge Policymakers: Present evidence and critical questions to policymakers to hold them accountable and urge action against these activities.
Influence Policy: Use this platform to shape international perspectives, policies, and actions regarding the ongoing exploitation and conflicts in Tigray.
Raise Awareness: Amplify Tigray’s voice through media and institutional representation to ensure global recognition of the issue.
How to Attend
Chatham House Online Meetings and Events are powered by Zoom. Follow these steps to join:
Visit the Chatham House Website: Navigate to the “Events” section to find the meeting details.
Join with Meeting ID: Use the provided Meeting ID to access the session.
Configure Your Account: Ensure your Zoom account is set up and ready for participation.
Choose Your Mode of Attendance: Participate virtually or in person, depending on your availability.
Suggestions and Advice for Participants
Prepare Well-Crafted Questions: Structure your questions to reflect the reality in Tigray today. Use clear, concise, and evidence-based arguments.
Represent Your Institution: If you are a member of a media organization, academic institution, civic group, or religious body, introduce yourself as such during the meeting.
Leverage the Platform: Highlight the seriousness of the issue and push for actionable outcomes.
Special Call to Tigrayan Media and Academia
If you are the owner of a media outlet or a blogger, attend the meeting using your media’s name. For academics and scholars, particularly those from Tigrayan-led institutions, your participation is crucial to provide in-depth analyses and insights.
The World Works Through Institutions – Use This Platform
This meeting is a rare opportunity to bring global attention to the illicit exploitation of Tigray’s resources and the broader implications for regional security. Let us make our voices heard and ensure that Tigray’s realities are brought to the forefront of international policy discussions.
Take action, join the discussion, and help influence the world’s understanding and response to these critical issues.
}. }
Chatham House Africa
@AfricaProg
Upcoming event | ‘Addressing illegal gold mining: International policy priorities’ with
@GoldCouncil
Speakers include:
→
@DominicRaab
, Head of Global Affairs,
@AppianCapital
; Former Deputy Prime Minister, United Kingdom (2021-2022)
→
@HelenClarkNZ
, President,
@ChathamHouse
→
@AhmedSolHoA
, Senior Research Fellow,
@AfricaProg
→ Brad Brooks-Rubin, Partner, Arktouros PLLC
→
@Luca_Maiotti
, Policy Analyst,
@OECD
Centre for Responsible Business Conduct
→
@MarcenaHunter
, Director of Extractives,
@GI_TOC
#CHAfrica #Mining #Extractives #Gold
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