Outmanoeuvring opponents in Eritrea while bringing allies into play in Somalia, Meles is looking for an international role. This has been a good year for Prime Minister Meles Zenawi, at home and abroad. Economic indicators vindicate his developmental state model, with international institutions writing complimentary reports. Internal opposition to his regime has remained muted. He has also consolidated Ethiopia's position in the region. The premier is chair of the regional Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (IGAD), a position he has held for the past two years. Meles has used the position to persuade other IGAD countries to isolate Eritrea.
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