Isaias Afwerki
Isaias Afwerki is the President of Eritrea, a position he has held since the country's independence in 1993. Known for his authoritarian leadership style, Afwerki has been a significant figure in Eritrean politics, overseeing a one-party state and a military-driven economy. He has been both praised and criticized for his role in various regional conflicts and his approach to governance, which emphasizes national sovereignty and self-reliance. Recently, he endorsed Raila Odinga in the upcoming election for the African Union Commission chairperson, highlighting his influence in African diplomatic matters.
Born on Feb 02, 1946 (79 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moldova | 1 | 2.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 4,033,963 | 5,357 | $12,000 | 16$ |
| Totals | 1 | 4,033,963 | 5,357 | $12,000 | 16$ |
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Moldova:
Isaias Afwerki has led Eritrea since 1993 without elections or a constitution.
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United Kingdom:
Isaias Afwerki is the president of Eritrea who dismissed allegations of human rights violations as fantasy.
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United Kingdom:
Isaias Afwerki is the President of Eritrea who signed a historic peace agreement with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
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United Kingdom:
Isaias Afwerki has been the president of Eritrea for over three decades, defying expectations for democratic reforms.
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Ghana:
President Isaias Afwerki has been in power in Eritrea since its independence in 1993.
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United Arab Emirates:
He is the President of Eritrea and received congratulatory messages on the anniversary of his country's independence.
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United Kingdom:
Isaias Afwerki is the President of Eritrea and has denied allegations of atrocities committed by Eritrean forces in Tigray.
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South Africa:
In Eritrea, Isaias Afwerki led the Eritrean People’s Liberation Front (EPLF) to independence from Ethiopia in 1993.
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United Kingdom:
President Isaias Afwerki denies all allegations of atrocities by Eritrean forces.
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Tanzania:
Isaias Afwerki is the President of Eritrea who agreed to normalize ties with Ethiopia in 2018.
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