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Date: Tue May 18 2010 - 13:32:24 EDT
Ministerial Cabinet Meeting Concludes Adopting Resolutions And Work
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Asmara, 18 May 2010 - The two-day meeting of the Eritrean Cabinet of
Ministers at the Denden Hall here in the capital concluded today adopting
significant resolutions and work directives.
In its yesterday's session, the meeting held deliberations on the working
paper presented by President Isaias Afwerki regarding national development
programs for the 2nd half of 2010 and beyond, as well as political and
diplomatic developments. Also in the afternoon session of the same day, the
meeting took note of the tasks being undertaken concerning the collection of
detailed data and streamlining information system that would made due
contribution in reinforcing development programs. It further reached
understanding that all the ministries and administrations should effectively
accomplish their reorganization and restructuring programs.
Moreover, the meeting reviewed the action plans in the agricultural sector
and the preparations being made for this year's rainy season and 2011. It
conducted extensive deliberations on agricultural research and study
programs aimed at raising productivity, enhancing soil and water
conservation involving community participation, promoting forestation and
animal resources development, among others.
In the domain of marine resource, the meeting took note of the marine
products harnessed over past six months, besides conducting discussion on
the steps that need to be taken towards creating conducive ground for the
operation of various facilities such as ice production plant, fish storage
and processing facility, as well as cold transportation devices.
The Ministerial Cabinet Meeting went on to hold deliberations on the
programs dealing with the construction of new roads and renovation of
existing ones. Also featuring in the discussion were the construction of
water diversion schemes, putting in place agricultural facilities and the
building of residential housing complexes. It also heard report on the
preparation of master plans for urban centers and engineering regulatory
plans.
As regards the energy and mines sector, the meeting reviewed the progress
made in exploration and mining activities being undertaken in different
parts of the country, in addition to future action plans. Furthermore, it
conducted discussion on the study undertaken focusing on developing
alternative source of energy, especially geothermal energy, streamlining the
handling and utilization of fuel and gas and expanding electricity supply.
During discussion on transport and communications, the Ministerial Cabinet
Meeting took note of action plans aimed at developing land, sea and air
transport services, as well as upgrading communication networks, among
others.
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0000000000000000cabinetmay18.jpgThe meeting also held deliberations
regarding water and environment issues. In this respect, it reviewed the
accomplishment registered in land allotment for agriculture and other
purposes, construction of water storage and infrastructure facilities,
combating environmental degradation and deforestation, as well as preserving
biodiversity and wildlife resources. The meeting further gave work
directives on reinforcing the development of the nation's tourism
potentials, including upgrading the provision of services in the sector.
Still in other respects, the meeting held deliberations on various
activities connected with financial allocation and administration, including
the possible steps that need to be taken as regards extending loan to small
and middle-level private investment ventures. Also in the provision of
social services, the Ministerial Cabinet meeting discussed at length ways
and means of upgrading the quality of education, enhancing the competence of
teachers, equipping educational centers with the necessary laboratory,
information technology and other facilities.
Noting the commendable accomplishments registered in extending support to
the families of martyrs, disabled persons, orphans and needy nationals, it
nonetheless stressed the need to take concerted action towards enabling the
aforementioned citizens eventually become self-supporting.
Moreover, the meeting reviewed the action plans aimed at strengthening media
works. In this connection, it took note of the progress made in the
implementation of various programs, including the development of
infrastructure and technical competence of media outlets, upgrading
broadcast stations and expanding coverage, digitalizing equipments and
nurturing skilled manpower. The meeting agreed that emphasis should be laid
on ensuring quality. Noting the paramount role of media and agitation
activities in providing impetus to all-round national development endeavors,
as well as portraying the nation's true image, it decided that the ongoing
endeavors should continue with added vigor. In this respect, the meeting
conducted extensive discussion on the steps that need to be taken to make
the national media credible, reliable and competitive at the regional and
international level.
Recalling that the main diplomatic activity undertaken over the past six
months was that of dealing resolute rebuff to the illegal Security Council
Resolution 1907, the Ministerial Cabinet meeting underlined the major role
played by Eritrean nationals through organizing demonstrations and other
protest actions worldwide. It assessed that the participation of nationals
from different countries of the Horn region, including Ethiopians, Somalis,
Kenyans, Sudanese and others in the demonstrations attest to Eritrea's
correct stance and the global awareness. The meeting also took note of the
positive outcome of the efforts exerted by the people and Government towards
foiling enemy acts of conspiracy. In this respect, it emphasized the vital
importance of reinforcing nationalism and popular participation in view of
the fact that the nation's diplomatic activities are mainly anchored on
active popular participation.
The Ministerial Cabinet meeting went on to review the action programs of
regional administrations envisaged for implementation in the 2nd half of
2010 and beyond. The action programs focus on ensuring food security,
promoting urbanization and rural development, expanding service-rendering
institutions, provision of potable water supply in both urban and rural
areas, expanding social services in education, health, transport and
communications.
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