Washington – More than 150 Eritreans gathered on August 14, 2021 at the Catholic University in the Eritrean Scholars and Professionals Workshop to discuss the current situation in Eritrea and its impact on the Horn of Africa, as well as begin planning for the time after the regime of Isaias Afwerki has ended. The event, organized by the Eritrean Research Institute for Policy and Strategy (ERIPS), was attended by more than 150 scholars and professionals in person, five dozen participating … Continue reading “Press Release: Eritrea Scholars and Professionals Gather to Devise a Roadmap for the Country’s Future”
ERIPS: Economics, Finance and Business (EF&B) Focus Group
Posted on August 24, 2021September 9, 2021Categories ECONOMICS, BUSINESS & FINANCEBackground Economy: The economy of Eritrea is more of a planned and strict command economy dominated by state or state sponsored PFDJ enterprises. The government owns and operates most of the industries and majority of the labor force is employed by the state. All sectors of the economy have been severely impacted by ruling party poor regulations and economic policies. The Eritrean government has not implemented specific measures that would truly reform the command aspects of its economy, nor has … Continue reading “ERIPS: Economics, Finance and Business (EF&B) Focus Group”
G-13 Documents
Posted on July 17, 2021July 17, 2021Categories HISTORIC DOCUMENTSThis post contains two documents penned by G-13 intellectuals who signed the “Berlin Manifesto” to President Isaias Afwerki. The first page is the actual letter (the “Berlin Manifesto”) the G-13 addressed to President Isaias Afwerki. The second page is a copy of the Introductory Remarks made by Dr. Haile Debas at G-13 and Isaias meeting in Asmara on November 25, 2000. Berlin, October 3, 2000 H.E. Isaias Afwerki President of the State of Eritrea Asmara, ERITREA Dear Mr. President: We, … Continue reading “G-13 Documents”
Allow COVAX for Eritrea
Posted on July 6, 2021August 1, 2021Categories HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICESWhat is COVAX? COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX), is a worldwide initiative co-led by GAVI (the Vaccine Alliance), the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), and the WHO alongside key delivery partner (UNICEF). Its aim is to coordinate international resources to enable low-to-middle-income countries equitable access to COVID-19 tests, therapies & vaccines. As of today July 6th, Eritrea is one of the two African countries to reject COVAX’s offer. #AllowCOVAXforEritrea is a campaign initiated by the Eritrean Research for Policy … Continue reading “Allow COVAX for Eritrea”
Eritrean Scholars and Professionals Workshop
Posted on July 3, 2021July 27, 2021Categories GENERAL, PRESS RELEASESDear Eritrean colleague, On behalf of the Eritrean Research Institute for Policy and Strategy (ERIPS), we cordially invite you to participate in the institute’s first Eritrean Scholars and Professionals Workshop that will take place on Saturday, August 14, 2021, at the Catholic University, Washington DC. This workshop will convene Eritreans and friends to discuss current challenges in Eritrea and the rapidly changing situation in the Horn of Africa with emphasis on pinpointing the course of action that can be taken … Continue reading “Eritrean Scholars and Professionals Workshop”
Background Document on The Tragedy of Eritrea
Posted on June 19, 2021June 28, 2021Categories PRESS RELEASESForward The Eritrean Institute for Policy and Strategy (ERIPS) is a research advocacy initiative aiming to address the limited public information and dialogue around issues that matter for the future well-being and democratic health of Eritrea and its people. By engaging members of the Eritrean diaspora in comprehensive and in-depth discourse regarding complex and intricate issues, we hope to develop a strong foundation of informed advocates and establish the groundwork for ongoing essential research to shape cohesive policies and strategies … Continue reading “Background Document on The Tragedy of Eritrea”