Overview of NRCE-GIE and Political Roadmap It is founded on the core national values and principles and is based inside Eritrea and abroad. NRCE-GIE has been established to safeguard the Eritrean people’s freedom and the country’s integrity and independence and to ensure a peaceful transition to constitutional democracy in Eritrea.
Fundamental values and principles: the independence of Eritrea has been achieved through a long bloody struggle and heavy sacrifices. The aspirations of the Eritrean people for freedom and dignity have, however, been betrayed, the struggle hijacked by the oppressive regime to serve the interest of the few; the country’s economy depleted; and the people’s social fabric fragmented. To change the appalling situation, NRCE-GIE strives to mobilize a united force to uproot the authoritarian regime and establish a peaceful country ruled by the rule of law and constitutional order.
NRCE-GIE, grounded in the fundamental national values and principles and operating both within Eritrea and internationally, is dedicated to protecting the freedoms of the Eritrean people and the nation’s sovereignty and independence. Its primary objective is to guide Eritrea towards a peaceful transition into a constitutional democracy.
The National Representative Council of Eritrea (NRCE-GIE) Purpose:
Safeguarding Eritrea’s freedom, sovereignty, and independence. Objective: Facilitating a peaceful transition to constitutional democracy. Background: Eritrea’s independence was achieved through significant struggle, but the current regime undermines the people’s freedoms and dignity. Introduction to the Political Roadmap Roadmap Goals: Ending the oppressive regime and moving towards democracy. Challenges: Unpredictable political transitions, especially given Eritrea’s recent history of oppression. NRCE-GIE’s Role: Minimizing negative impacts, leading the nation towards recovery, and ensuring active participation in the political process. Plan Goals: It sets clear expectations, commits to peaceful transition, and is an accountability tool. Main Objectives and Political Transitional Roadmap Main Objective Immediate Priority: Securing national territorial integrity and the well-being of Eritreans. Long-Term Vision: Building a democratic and prosperous Eritrea with respect for individual rights, rule of law, and harmonious international relations. Political Transitional RoadmapCollaboration: Working with various actors for a cohesive national agenda. Political Arrangement: Proposing new political structures and ensuring national security. Unity: Encouraging Eritreans to unite and support the transition. International Relations: Establishing peaceful and cooperative relations with neighbors and the global community. Priority Objectives, Tasks, and Conclusion Priority Objectives and Tasks Security Aspects: Ensuring stability, reforming security sectors, and managing foreign military presence. Political Processes: Releasing political prisoners, setting conventions, and promoting reconciliation. Economic Recovery: Protecting assets, stabilizing the economy, and encouraging development. Psychosocial Rehabilitation: Resuming essential services and supporting vulnerable groups. International Relations: Resuming diplomatic ties, reassessing regional relationships, and creating a positive international image. National Consultative Conference Inclusiveness: Representing all Eritreans in the convention, elected by the people. Mandate: Discussing and adopting transitional national charter and election procedures. Transitional Assembly Function: Legislative and oversight body with a 20-month tenure. Commissions: Establishing various commissions for reconciliation, electoral processes, constitutional review, land reform, and rehabilitation.Justice Issues: Addressing the violations of law and justice under the oppressive regime. Solutions: Establishing commissions for human rights inquiries and victim support. Conclusion Emphasizes the importance of popular participation for a successful transition to democracy and calls for a collective effort from all Eritreans. A successful transition to democracy requires popular participation and a collective effort from all Eritreans. NRCE-GIE is dedicated to achieving this goal by safeguarding Eritrea’s fundamental values and principles, operating both within the country and internationally, and proposing a political roadmap that ensures a peaceful transition towards constitutional democracy. Committee for NRCE-GIE Ghebre Bahdurai (Mr. G.) Chief Officer May 30, 2024